Is Dugger Union Community School Corp a good school?

Dugger Union Community School Corp ranks 745 th of 1010 Indiana alternative schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 1 star out of 5.

How many students attend Dugger Union Community School Corp?

In the 2023-24 school year, 601 students attended Dugger Union Community School Corp.

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Students at Dugger Union Community School Corp are 95% White, 4% Hispanic.

Dugger Union Community School Corp

Summary:

Dugger Union Community School Corp is an alternative public charter school located in Dugger, Indiana, serving grades K-12 with a total enrollment of 567 students. The school has seen a slight increase in racial diversity over the past few years, with the percentage of Hispanic students rising from 3.56% in 2021-2022 to 3.53% in 2022-2023.

Dugger Union Community School Corp faces significant challenges in terms of academic performance, attendance, and socioeconomic factors. The school's four-year graduation rate has fluctuated, ranging from 82.9% in 2018-2019 to 90.7% in 2021-2022. However, the school has a significant issue with chronic absenteeism, with rates ranging from 28.1% in 2022-2023 to 35.4% in 2021-2022, which are considerably higher than the state average. Academically, the school's performance, as measured by ILEARN and SAT assessments, is significantly below the state averages across various subject areas and grade levels. For example, in 2023-2024, the school's proficiency rates in English Language Arts and Math for all grades were 21.9% and 18.25%, respectively, compared to the state averages of 38.6% and 52.4% for 3rd grade.

The school also has a high percentage of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch, ranging from 57.46% in 2020-2021 to 67.2% in 2022-2023, indicating significant socioeconomic challenges faced by the student population. The school's spending per student has increased over the years, from $7,154 in 2018-2019 to $8,010 in 2021-2022, but it is unclear how this spending is being allocated and how it is impacting student outcomes. Addressing these issues will require a comprehensive, data-driven approach that focuses on improving instructional practices, implementing targeted support programs, and fostering greater student engagement and attendance.

Detail:

Public, Charter, Alternative K-12

7356 East County Road 50 South
Dugger, IN 47848

(812) 648-7109

District: Dugger Union Community School Corp

SchoolDigger Rank:
745^th of 1,010 Indiana Alternative Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures: $8,010

Student/teacher ratio: 12.7

Number of students: 601

Racial breakdown:

White:

94.7%

Hispanic:

4.2%

Two or more races:

0.8%

Free/discounted lunch recipients: 62.4%

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Performance Trends

Compare Details Dugger Union Community School Corp ranks worse than 73.8% of elementary schools in Indiana. (See more...)

Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 28.38. (See more...)

Compare Details Dugger Union Community School Corp ranks worse than 81.9% of middle schools in Indiana. (See more...)

Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 17.76. (See more...)

Compare Details Dugger Union Community School Corp ranks worse than 85.8% of high schools in Indiana. (See more...)

Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 15.19. (See more...)

The four-year cohort graduation rate measures the percentage of students at Dugger Union Community School Corp who earn a standard high school diploma within four years of starting ninth grade.

Chronic absenteeism in a school refers to a situation where students repeatedly miss school, with the threshold often defined as missing 10% or more of school days for any reason, excused or unexcused.

Student Body

Compare Details Racial makeup is: White (94.7%), Hispanic (4.2%), two or more races (0.8%). (See more...)

Compare Details 62.4% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. (See more...)

Teachers

Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at Dugger Union Community School Corp is 12.7. (See more...)

Compare Dugger Union Community School Corp employs 47 full-time teachers.

Finance

Compare Details The average total spent per student at Dugger Union Community School Corp is $8,010.

Schooldigger 2024 Rankings:

Dugger Union Community School Corp:

SchoolDigger ranks Dugger Union Community School Corp 745^th of 1010 Indiana public elementary schools. (See Dugger Union Community School Corp in the ranking list.)

SchoolDigger ranks Dugger Union Community School Corp 397^th of 485 Indiana public middle schools. (See Dugger Union Community School Corp in the ranking list.)

SchoolDigger ranks Dugger Union Community School Corp 370^th of 431 Indiana public high schools. (See Dugger Union Community School Corp in the ranking list.)

High School Test Score Ratings by Student Subgroup:

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Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Elementary Schools	IN State Percentile
2018	41.42	687^th	1027	33.1%
2019	55.52	488^th	1031	52.7%
2021	27.36	765^th	1016	24.7%
2022	36.70	682^nd	1020	33.1%
2023	26.73	761^st	1016	25.1%
2024	28.38	745^th	1010	26.2%

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Data source: test scores: Indiana Department of Education, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

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Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Middle Schools	IN State Percentile
2018	15.72	413^th	473	12.7%
2019	27.61	364^th	470	22.6%
2021	22.44	373^rd	483	22.8%
2022	24.83	367^th	490	25.1%
2023	20.67	387^th	489	20.9%
2024	17.76	397^th	485	18.1%

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Data source: test scores: Indiana Department of Education, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

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Rank History for all high school students at Dugger Union Community School Corp

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked High Schools	IN State Percentile
2018	17.39	335^th	385	13.0%
2019	13.45	347^th	389	10.8%
2021	17.24	340^th	388	12.4%
2022	16.09	348^th	409	14.9%
2023	13.76	356^th	398	10.6%
2024	15.19	370^th	431	14.2%

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Rank History for high school Special Education students at Dugger Union Community School Corp

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked High Schools	IN State Percentile	SchoolDigger Rating
2023	41.14	150^th	285	47.4%

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Rank History for high school Low Socio Economic Status students at Dugger Union Community School Corp

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked High Schools	IN State Percentile	SchoolDigger Rating
2023	17.33	334^th	379	11.9%
2024	20.87	315^th	377	16.4%

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Rank History for high school Female students at Dugger Union Community School Corp

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked High Schools	IN State Percentile	SchoolDigger Rating
2023	16.97	331^st	388	14.7%
2024	15.63	336^th	392	14.3%

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Rank History for high school Male students at Dugger Union Community School Corp

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked High Schools	IN State Percentile	SchoolDigger Rating
2023	10.14	355^th	383	7.3%
2024	12.66	357^th	392	8.9%

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Rank History for high school White students at Dugger Union Community School Corp

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked High Schools	IN State Percentile
2022	9.70	349^th	378	7.7%
2023	7.60	358^th	375	4.5%
2024	8.79	361^st	381	5.2%

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Data source: test scores: Indiana Department of Education, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

As you review the school rankings data, please be aware that some of the information from certain demographics is missing. The reason for this omission is that the data has been redacted from the source data itself due to low population samples in these specific demographic groups.

Redacting data from low population samples is a necessary step to ensure the reliability and accuracy of the results, as small sample sizes may not be representative of the broader population. Additionally, this measure helps protect the privacy of individuals belonging to these demographic groups.

Data source: Indiana Department of Education

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Enrollment information for Dugger Union Community School Corp

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Year	White	African American	Asian	Hispanic	American Indian	Two or More Races	Total
2016	223	0	1	5	1	1	231
2017	292	1	0	9	1	3	306
2018	335	0	2	10	3	3	353
2019	387	0	1	13	2	4	407
2020	468	5	1	22	1	7	504
2021	509	3	1	25	0	5	543
2022	507	2	1	19	0	4	533
2023	540	1	1	20	1	4	567
2024	569	0	1	25	1	5	601

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Dugger Union Community School Corp

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Year	# Students	Full-time Teachers	Student/Teacher ratio	% Free/Discounted Lunch
2016	231	16.0	14.4	50.6
2017	306	20.9	14.5	56.9
2018	353	24.7	14.2	63.2
2019	407	28.4	14.3	62.9
2020	504	35.0	14.4	41.9
2021	543	37.4	14.5	57.5
2022	533	40.0	13.3	65.1
2023	567	45.0	12.6	67.2
2024	601	47.0	12.7	62.4

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio Dugger Union Community School Corp

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Year	# Students	Full-time Teachers	Student/Teacher ratio	% Free/Discounted Lunch
2016	231	16.0	14.4	50.6
2017	306	20.9	14.5	56.9
2018	353	24.7	14.2	63.2
2019	407	28.4	14.3	62.9
2020	504	35.0	14.4	41.9
2021	543	37.4	14.5	57.5
2022	533	40.0	13.3	65.1
2023	567	45.0	12.6	67.2
2024	601	47.0	12.7	62.4

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.

Finances

Per Pupil Expenditures for Dugger Union Community School Corp

Year	Expenditures from Federal Funds	Expenditures from State and Local Funds	Total Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2019	$389 (5.4%)	$6,765 (94.6%)	$7,154
2020	$362 (4.7%)	$7,271 (95.3%)	$7,632
2021	$456 (5.8%)	$7,469 (94.2%)	$7,925
2022	$961 (12.0%)	$7,050 (88.0%)	$8,010

Data source: Indiana Department of Education

Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on Dugger Union Community School Corp

The coronavirus has had a profound impact on education in America. Learning shifted online overnight, attendance numbers dwindled, and enrollment decreased. SchoolDigger.com is making it easier for you to better assess how COVID-19 has impacted your school. Through the collection of pre-pandemic (2019) and current data, SchoolDigger.com is sharing test scores, enrollment numbers and school demographics from schools across the country – and we make it easy to see how impacted schools compare locally and statewide.

Rankings

Rank Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)	Rank Post pandemic (2022-2023)	Change (%)
Ranks 488^th of 1031 Elementary schools	Ranks 761^st of 1016 Elementary schools	27.6%
Ranks 364^th of 470 Middle schools	Ranks 387^th of 489 Middle schools	1.7%
Ranks 347^th of 389 High schools	Ranks 356^th of 398 High schools	0.2%

Test Scores

	% proficient Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)	% proficient Post pandemic (2022-2023)	Change (%)
3rd Grade English Language Arts (Dugger Union Community School Corp)	47.1	13.5	33.6%
3rd Grade English Language Arts (Dugger Union Community School Corp)	47.1	13.5	33.6%
3rd Grade English Language Arts (Indiana)	46.3	39.7	6.6%
3rd Grade Math (Dugger Union Community School Corp)	64.7	27	37.7%
3rd Grade Math (Dugger Union Community School Corp)	64.7	27	37.7%
3rd Grade Math (Indiana)	58.7	53.1	5.6%
4th Grade English Language Arts (Dugger Union Community School Corp)	42.3	24.3	18%
4th Grade English Language Arts (Dugger Union Community School Corp)	42.3	24.3	18%
4th Grade English Language Arts (Indiana)	45.8	40.3	5.5%
4th Grade Math (Dugger Union Community School Corp)	46.2	29	17.3%
4th Grade Math (Dugger Union Community School Corp)	46.2	29	17.3%
4th Grade Math (Indiana)	54	48.8	5.2%
4th Grade Science (Dugger Union Community School Corp)	53.8	26.3	27.5%
4th Grade Science (Dugger Union Community School Corp)	53.8	26.3	27.5%
4th Grade Science (Indiana)	46.3	37	9.3%
5th Grade English Language Arts (Dugger Union Community School Corp)	40	19.6	20.4%
5th Grade English Language Arts (Dugger Union Community School Corp)	40	19.6	20.4%
5th Grade English Language Arts (Indiana)	47.5	40.2	7.3%
5th Grade Math (Dugger Union Community School Corp)	53.3	20	33.3%
5th Grade Math (Dugger Union Community School Corp)	53.3	20	33.3%
5th Grade Math (Indiana)	47.8	41.1	6.7%
5th Grade Social Studies (Dugger Union Community School Corp)	26.7	26.7	0%
5th Grade Social Studies (Dugger Union Community School Corp)	26.7	26.7	0%
5th Grade Social Studies (Indiana)	46	39.1	6.9%
6th Grade English Language Arts (Dugger Union Community School Corp)	47.6	28.9	18.7%
6th Grade English Language Arts (Dugger Union Community School Corp)	47.6	28.9	18.7%
6th Grade English Language Arts (Indiana)	47.8	40.8	7%
6th Grade Math (Dugger Union Community School Corp)	66.7	29.6	37.2%
6th Grade Math (Dugger Union Community School Corp)	66.7	29.6	37.2%
6th Grade Math (Indiana)	46.4	38.3	8.1%
6th Grade Science (Dugger Union Community School Corp)	47.6	27.3	20.3%
6th Grade Science (Dugger Union Community School Corp)	47.6	27.3	20.3%
6th Grade Science (Indiana)	48.6	38.2	10.4%
7th Grade English Language Arts (Dugger Union Community School Corp)	11.4	18	6.6%
7th Grade English Language Arts (Dugger Union Community School Corp)	11.4	18	6.6%
7th Grade English Language Arts (Indiana)	49.7	39.5	10.2%
7th Grade Math (Dugger Union Community School Corp)	8.6	2	6.6%
7th Grade Math (Dugger Union Community School Corp)	8.6	2	6.6%
7th Grade Math (Indiana)	42	32.9	9.1%
8th Grade English Language Arts (Dugger Union Community School Corp)	32.1	10.2	21.9%
8th Grade English Language Arts (Dugger Union Community School Corp)	32.1	10.2	21.9%
8th Grade English Language Arts (Indiana)	50.7	43.8	6.9%
8th Grade Math (Dugger Union Community School Corp)	10.7	2	8.7%
8th Grade Math (Dugger Union Community School Corp)	10.7	2	8.7%
8th Grade Math (Indiana)	38	31.4	6.6%
End of Course Biology (Dugger Union Community School Corp)	9.5	6.7	2.8%
End of Course Biology (Dugger Union Community School Corp)	9.5	6.7	2.8%
End of Course Biology (Indiana)	38.6	29	9.6%

Student Body

	Number of students Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)	Number of students Post pandemic (2022-2023)	Change (%)
Total Students	407	567	39.3%
African American	0	1
American Indian	2	1	50%
Asian	1	1
Hispanic	13	20	53.8%
Pacific Islander	0	0
White	387	540	39.5%
Two or More Races	4	4
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients	62.9%	67.2%	4.3%

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School													Students/Teachers											Ranking ()				Ranking ()				SAT Evidence-based Reading and Writing (2024)	SAT Mathematics (2024)	ILEARN English Language Arts (2024)							ILEARN Math (2024)							ILEARN Social Studies (2024)	ILEARN Biology (2024)	Per Pupil Expenditures (2022)
Name	Type	Grades	Address	City	Zip	County	District	Is Charter	Is Magnet	Is Virtual	Is Title I	Phone	Enrollment	Full-time Teachers	Student/ Teacher Ratio	Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients	White	Black	Hispanic	Asian	American Indian	Pacific Islander	Two or More Races	Average Standard Score ()	Statewide Rank ()	State Percentile ()	SchoolDigger Rating ()	Average Standard Score ()	Statewide Rank ()	State Percentile ()	Rank Change from Previous Year	SAT Evidence-based Reading and Writing 11th Grade	SAT Mathematics 11th Grade	ILEARN English Language Arts 3rd Grade	ILEARN English Language Arts 4th Grade	ILEARN English Language Arts 5th Grade	ILEARN English Language Arts 6th Grade	ILEARN English Language Arts 7th Grade	ILEARN English Language Arts 8th Grade	ILEARN English Language Arts All Grades	ILEARN Math 3rd Grade	ILEARN Math 4th Grade	ILEARN Math 5th Grade	ILEARN Math 6th Grade	ILEARN Math 7th Grade	ILEARN Math 8th Grade	ILEARN Math All Grades	ILEARN Social Studies 5th Grade	ILEARN Biology End of Course	Per Pupil Expenditures Total	Sub-total from Federal Funds	Sub-total from State/Local Funds
Dugger Union Community School Corp	Public, Charter, Alternative	K-12	7356 East County Road 50 South	Dugger	47848	Sullivan County	Dugger Union Community School Corp	Yes	No	No	Yes	(812) 648-7109	601	47	12.7	62.4%	569 (94.7%)	0 (0.0%)	25 (4.2%)	1 (0.2%)	1 (0.2%)	0 (0.0%)	5 (0.8%)								(n/a)	15.9	0.0	19.6	28.1	26.7	32.6	16.0	12.7	21.9	30.4	31.3	24.4	21.7	4.0	5.5	18.3	28.9	31.5	$8,010	$961	$7,050
Greene-Sullivan Special Educational Coop	Public, Alternative	PK, KG-12	77 A St NE	Linton	47441	Greene County	Greene-Sullivan Sp Educational Coop	No	No	No	No	(812) 847-8497	0				0 ()	0 ()	0 ()	0 ()	0 ()	0 ()	0 ()								(n/a)

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