Summary:
The city of Medora, Indiana is home to two schools: Medora Junior & Senior High School and Medora STEM Academy. While both schools face challenges, the data reveals stark differences in their academic performance, with Medora STEM Academy outperforming its counterpart across various ILEARN assessments.
Medora STEM Academy, an elementary school, appears to be the higher-performing of the two, with stronger academic results compared to the Medora Community School Corp district and state averages. In contrast, Medora Junior & Senior High School has struggled academically, with test scores well below state averages in English Language Arts, Math, and SAT performance. Additionally, the high school has a concerning chronic absenteeism rate of 24.8%.
Both schools face socioeconomic challenges, with over 78% of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch. This suggests the Medora community faces significant economic hardships, which may impact academic performance and other student outcomes. The data also raises questions about the distribution of resources, as Medora STEM Academy spends slightly more per student than Medora Junior & Senior High School. Addressing these disparities and implementing targeted interventions to improve attendance and academic achievement could be crucial for the educational success of all students in Medora.
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