Summary:
The data set provided contains information about a single high school, Purdue Polytechnic High School Ind, located in Indianapolis, Indiana. This public charter high school serves grades 9-12 and has a total enrollment of 567 students, with a diverse student population that is 31.57% White, 35.63% African American, 25.75% Hispanic, 1.06% Asian, and 6% two or more races.
Purdue Polytechnic High School Ind is facing significant challenges, with declining statewide rankings, low academic performance, high chronic absenteeism, and a high percentage of economically disadvantaged students. The school's academic performance, as measured by standardized test scores, is well below the state averages, particularly in mathematics and science, suggesting a need to improve curriculum, instructional practices, and support for struggling students. The high chronic absenteeism rate of 61.1% is also a concern, and the school may need to implement strategies to improve attendance and engagement.
With a per-student spending of $8,516 and a high percentage of students (69.66%) receiving free or reduced-price lunch, the data indicates that Purdue Polytechnic High School Ind may need additional resources and support to address the needs of its diverse student population and improve educational outcomes. Addressing these challenges will likely require a multi-faceted approach, including improving academic instruction, addressing attendance and engagement issues, and ensuring that the school has the necessary resources and support to meet the needs of its students.
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