Chetopa-St. Paul

The Chetopa-St. Paul school district in Kansas consists of 5 schools, including 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 2 high schools. The data reveals a stark contrast in the performance of these schools, with St. Paul High School and St. Paul Middle School consistently outperforming the district and state averages, while Chetopa High and Chetopa Elementary struggle with lower proficiency rates, particularly in Mathematics.

The high free/reduced lunch rates across the district, ranging from 52.17% to 82.09%, suggest that economic disadvantage may be a significant factor in the schools' performance. Additionally, the racial demographics of the schools, with Chetopa Elementary having a higher percentage of Native American students, may also play a role in the observed differences. The data highlights the need for targeted interventions and support to address the performance gaps between the schools in the Chetopa-St. Paul district.

Despite the challenges faced by some schools, St. Paul High School stands out as a top-performing school, ranked 13th out of 327 Kansas high schools in 2022-2023 with a 5-star rating from SchoolDigger. Similarly, St. Paul Middle School has consistently ranked in the top 20% of Kansas middle schools over the past 3 years, with a 4-star rating. These high-performing schools present an opportunity for collaboration and resource sharing within the district, which could help uplift the lower-performing schools and improve educational outcomes for all students.