Summary:
The Smoky Valley school district in Kansas consists of four schools: Soderstrom Elementary, Smoky Valley Virtual Charter School, Smoky Valley High, and Smoky Valley Middle School. The data reveals significant differences in performance and student demographics across these schools, with Soderstrom Elementary emerging as the standout performer in the district.
Soderstrom Elementary consistently ranks among the top elementary schools in the state, with a 4-star rating from SchoolDigger. The school's test scores are significantly higher than the district and state averages, particularly in math, where over 60% of students are proficient or better. In contrast, the Smoky Valley Virtual Charter School lags behind the other schools in the district, with test scores well below the district and state averages.
The data also reveals disparities in student demographics and spending per student across the schools. Soderstrom Elementary and Smoky Valley Middle School have the highest free/reduced lunch rates, while the Smoky Valley Virtual Charter School has a very low rate. These disparities suggest the need for the Smoky Valley district to examine resource allocation, teaching practices, and support for underperforming schools to ensure more equitable outcomes for all students.
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