Summary:
The 67801 zip code area of Dodge City, Kansas is home to 11 schools, including 8 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 1 high school. While the overall academic performance of the district lags behind state averages, a few standout schools like Miller Elementary and Ross Elementary are outperforming their peers in the Dodge City district.
The data reveals significant achievement gaps, with schools like Central Elementary lagging far behind the district and state averages in English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science proficiency. This disparity in performance suggests potential equity issues in resource allocation and support for the highest-need schools. Additionally, the extremely high rates of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch, ranging from 64% to 94%, indicate the schools face significant challenges in serving a high-poverty student population.
On a positive note, Comanche Middle School stands out as a relatively stronger performer among the middle schools, ranking in the top 300 middle schools in Kansas. This highlights the critical role middle schools can play in preparing students for success in high school, which is an important consideration for the district as it works to address the overall low academic achievement across the area.
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