Summary:
The city of Westville, Indiana is home to two schools: Westville Elementary School and Westville High School, both part of the MSD of New Durham Township district. While Westville Elementary has average performance, Westville High School stands out as a consistently high-achieving school, ranking in the top 25% of Indiana high schools over the past three years.
Westville High School boasts a strong 92.9% four-year graduation rate, significantly higher than the state average. Its students outperform their district and state peers on ILEARN English Language Arts and Math assessments, particularly in the upper grades. On the SAT, Westville High School students score above the district average in both Evidence-Based Reading/Writing and Math. In contrast, Westville Elementary School has more average performance, with test scores generally on par with the district but lagging behind state averages in many areas.
Both schools have a predominantly white student population, with moderate rates of free/reduced lunch eligibility. While Westville High School's higher per-student spending may contribute to its strong academic performance, the district should examine its resource allocation to ensure all schools have the necessary funding and support to meet student needs. Additionally, the district should address the high chronic absenteeism rate at Westville High School, as this is closely linked to academic achievement and student success.
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