Summary:
The Hoisington school district in Kansas consists of 4 schools - 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school. While the district as a whole performs below the state average, Lincoln Elementary stands out as a top performer, consistently ranking among the top 25% of elementary schools in Kansas. In contrast, Hoisington High has the lowest performance, with proficiency rates well below the state averages, though it has shown some improvement in recent years.
The data reveals significant variation in school performance within the Hoisington district. While Lincoln Elementary outperforms the district and state in English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science, the other schools struggle to meet state averages. Hoisington High, in particular, has been ranked in the bottom 25% of Kansas high schools, though it has made progress in increasing 10th-grade proficiency rates in recent years.
Across the district, high free and reduced lunch rates, particularly at Lincoln Elementary and Hoisington Middle, suggest potential socioeconomic challenges that may be impacting student performance. Further analysis of the relationship between student demographics, school resources, and academic outcomes could provide valuable insights to address these equity concerns and support all students in the Hoisington community.
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