Summary:
The city of Murray, Iowa is home to two schools - Murray Junior/Senior High and Murray Elementary School, both part of the Murray Community School District. The data reveals that Murray Junior/Senior High consistently achieves high test scores, with students performing above the state average in English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science. In contrast, Murray Elementary School stands out for its exceptional Mathematics performance, with 100% of 5th graders meeting or exceeding proficiency standards.
While Murray Junior/Senior High has a relatively low free/reduced lunch rate of 36%, Murray Elementary School has a higher rate of 43.92%, potentially indicating socioeconomic disparities between the two schools. Additionally, Murray Junior/Senior High boasts a lower student-teacher ratio of 12:1, suggesting smaller class sizes and more individualized attention for students compared to the 17.3:1 ratio at Murray Elementary School.
Overall, the data highlights the strengths of both schools, with Murray Junior/Senior High demonstrating consistent academic excellence and Murray Elementary School excelling in Mathematics proficiency. However, the potential equity concerns and differences in resource allocation between the two schools warrant further investigation to ensure equitable educational opportunities for all students in the Murray Community School District.
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