Summary:
The Putnam school district in Florida is home to 9 elementary schools serving students from kindergarten through 5th grade. While the district as a whole faces some challenges, a few standout schools emerge from the data that provide a quality education for their students.
At the top of the district are Melrose Elementary School and The Children's Reading Center, both of which are ranked in the top 25% of elementary schools statewide. These schools boast exceptional test scores, low chronic absenteeism, and relatively low rates of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch. In contrast, schools like Middleton-Burney Elementary, William D. Moseley Elementary, and Browning-Pearce Elementary struggle with lower test scores and higher rates of chronic absenteeism and poverty.
The data suggests that factors beyond just funding and resources, such as school type, leadership, and community engagement, play a significant role in driving student outcomes in the Putnam district. While the top-performing schools demonstrate that high-quality education is possible, the wide disparities between schools highlight the need for targeted interventions and support to ensure all students in Putnam have access to a world-class education.
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