Summary:
The city of Oxford, Indiana is home to two schools - Benton Central Junior-Senior High School and Prairie Crossing Elementary School, both part of the Benton Community School Corp district. While Benton Central Junior-Senior High School has consistently strong performance, with a 3-star ranking and 92.7% graduation rate, Prairie Crossing Elementary School has shown improvement in its rankings over the past three years despite a lower 2-star rating.
Benton Central Junior-Senior High School stands out with its impressive 4-star ratings in the past two years and relatively low chronic absenteeism rate of 16.4%. However, its test scores are generally below state averages. In contrast, Prairie Crossing Elementary School has a significantly higher free/reduced lunch rate of 65.06%, which may contribute to its lower test scores and rankings compared to the high school. The elementary school also has a higher student-teacher ratio of 15.6, compared to 12.8 at the high school.
The data suggests that while Benton Central Junior-Senior High School is the stronger performer of the two schools, Prairie Crossing Elementary School is making positive strides and may benefit from additional resources and support to address the challenges faced by its more economically disadvantaged student population. Understanding the factors contributing to the schools' performance, such as resource allocation, teaching quality, and community engagement, could provide valuable insights for enhancing educational outcomes in the Oxford area.
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