Galena

The Galena school district in Kansas consists of 4 schools: 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school. Among these, Galena Middle School stands out as the top performer, consistently ranking in the top 25% of middle schools in the state over the past 3 years and earning a 4-star rating from SchoolDigger. In contrast, the other schools in the district, including Galena High and the two elementary schools (Spring Grove Primary Center and Liberty Elementary), have lower rankings and 2-star or 1-star ratings.

The data reveals that Galena Middle School outperforms the district and state averages in both English Language Arts and Mathematics for all grade levels, while the other schools in the district show more mixed results. Liberty Elementary in particular has lower test scores compared to the district and state, especially in 3rd and 4th grade. Additionally, the schools in the Galena district have relatively high free and reduced lunch rates, ranging from 58.17% at Galena High to 65.26% at Spring Grove Primary Center, suggesting a significant population of economically disadvantaged students in the district.

The data analysis suggests that Galena Middle School's consistent high performance may be attributed to effective teaching practices, curriculum, or other factors, while the disparity in performance between the elementary schools warrants further investigation. The high rates of economic disadvantage across the district also present a significant challenge that the schools may need to address through targeted interventions and support services.