Summary:
The city of Canton, Kansas has only one public school serving grades 6-12: Canton-Galva Junior/Senior High. This school has seen a decline in its statewide ranking and rating in recent years, dropping from 121st out of 324 Kansas high schools in 2021-2022 to 277th out of 318 in 2023-2024. The school's performance on state assessments is generally below the Kansas averages across various grade levels and subject areas, particularly in Mathematics.
Canton-Galva Junior/Senior High serves a population with a relatively high percentage (34.31%) of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch, which may be a contributing factor to the school's academic challenges. The school's spending per student of $14,856 is higher than the state average, but it's unclear how these resources are being utilized to support student learning and improve outcomes. The school's weakest performance appears to be in Mathematics, where proficiency rates are significantly lower than the state averages.
Overall, the data suggests that Canton-Galva school district is facing significant challenges in maintaining academic performance and meeting state standards at Canton-Galva Junior/Senior High. Further investigation into the school's specific strategies, resource allocation, and support for students may be necessary to identify opportunities for improvement and help the school achieve better outcomes.
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