Summary:
The Garnett area is home to 3 elementary schools serving grades K-5: Garnett Elementary School, Westphalia, and Greeley Elementary. While Westphalia and Greeley Elementary have demonstrated strong academic performance in the past, the current standings of the schools in the Garnett district are mixed.
Westphalia stands out as the top performer, with a history of high statewide rankings and consistent 4-5 star ratings from SchoolDigger. In contrast, Garnett Elementary School lags behind, with lower proficiency rates in both English Language Arts and Mathematics compared to the state average. Greeley Elementary also struggles, with the lowest proficiency rates among the three schools, particularly in Mathematics.
The differences in academic performance may be influenced by factors such as resource allocation and socioeconomic status. Westphalia and Greeley Elementary have significantly higher per-student spending compared to Garnett Elementary, which could indicate a greater investment in educational resources and programs. Additionally, Garnett Elementary and Greeley Elementary have higher free/reduced lunch rates, suggesting a higher proportion of economically disadvantaged students, which can impact educational outcomes. The smaller class sizes at Westphalia and Greeley Elementary may also be a contributing factor to their stronger performance.
Thank you for your feedback!