Southern Wells Com Schools

The Southern Wells Com Schools district in Indiana consists of two schools: Southern Wells Elementary School and Southern Wells Junior-Senior High School. While the high school excels in academic performance and graduation rates, the elementary school faces challenges with lower proficiency scores and a higher proportion of economically disadvantaged students.

The high school stands out with an impressive 98% four-year graduation rate, significantly above the state average. Additionally, the high school outperforms the district and state on ILEARN English Language Arts and Math assessments across multiple grade levels. In contrast, the elementary school's academic performance lags behind, with proficiency rates generally below state averages. This disparity suggests potential opportunities for improvement at the lower grade levels.

The data also reveals a notable difference in the student populations between the two schools. The elementary school has a higher percentage of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch (53.63%), indicating a larger economically disadvantaged student population compared to the high school (41.84%). This socioeconomic factor may contribute to the academic performance gap between the schools. To address these challenges, the district could explore targeted interventions and support programs to ensure all students in the Southern Wells Com Schools district have access to the resources and opportunities they need to succeed.