Great Bend

The schools in Great Bend, Kansas, include 5 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school, serving students from kindergarten through 12th grade. The data reveals significant disparities in academic performance across the district, with a few standout schools leading the way.

Jefferson Elementary and Lincoln Elementary consistently outperform the district and state averages on standardized tests, with proficiency rates in English Language Arts and Mathematics well above their peers. In contrast, Eisenhower Elementary, Riley Elementary, and Park Elementary struggle to meet state benchmarks, suggesting the need for targeted interventions to address these achievement gaps.

The data also reveals a potential correlation between socioeconomic status, as measured by free/reduced lunch rates, and academic performance. Schools with higher percentages of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch tend to have lower test scores, highlighting the importance of understanding and addressing the factors that contribute to these disparities. Additionally, the data shows variations in per-student spending and student-teacher ratios across the district, which may be a factor in the observed differences in student outcomes. Further analysis of these resource allocation decisions could provide valuable insights to improve educational opportunities for all students in Great Bend.