Summary:
The School City of Whiting, Indiana is home to one elementary school, Nathan Hale Elementary School, which serves students from pre-kindergarten through 5th grade. This diverse school has a student population that is predominantly Hispanic (77.24%), with smaller percentages of other racial groups. Despite facing challenges such as high chronic absenteeism (28.1%) and a large percentage of students from low-income families (77.75% qualify for free or reduced-price lunch), the school maintains a relatively favorable student-teacher ratio of 15.4 to 1.
Academically, Nathan Hale Elementary School's performance is mixed, with some grades performing better than others on the ILEARN standardized tests. For example, 3rd-grade students achieved proficiency rates of 41.79% in English Language Arts and 52.24% in Math, which are higher than the district and state averages. However, 5th-grade students struggled in Social Studies, with only 27.03% reaching proficiency, significantly lower than the state average of 38.1%. The school's overall spending per student of $10,178 is in line with the district's average, but it's unclear how these funds are allocated to address the specific needs of the student population.
While Nathan Hale Elementary School faces some challenges, its diverse student body and favorable student-teacher ratio suggest that targeted interventions and support could help improve student outcomes. By addressing issues such as chronic absenteeism and providing additional resources for students from low-income families, the school has the potential to enhance academic performance and better prepare its students for future success.
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