Summary:
The city of Boston, Kentucky has a single elementary school, the Boston School, which serves grades K-8 and has a total enrollment of 361 students. The school is part of the Nelson County school district, which is ranked 148 out of 159 districts in the state of Kentucky and has a 0-star rating from SchoolDigger.
The data analysis reveals that the Boston School is generally underperforming compared to the district and state averages in academic achievement, with proficiency rates ranging from 20% to 54% across different subject areas and grade levels, compared to district averages of 19% to 39% and state averages of 34% to 50%. This trend has been relatively consistent over the past few years. Despite the school's relatively high per-student spending of $12,849, which is above the state average, and a student-teacher ratio of 14.4, the school's academic performance remains below the district and state levels.
The high proportion of students (44.32%) eligible for free or reduced-price lunch at the Boston School may be a contributing factor to the school's lower academic performance, as research has shown that students from low-income families often face additional challenges that can impact their academic outcomes. Addressing the potential resource allocation challenges and considering the impact of socioeconomic factors may be crucial in developing targeted strategies to improve the school's academic performance and provide a more equitable educational experience for its students.
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