Summary:
The city of Calhoun, Kentucky is home to 4 schools serving students from elementary through high school, including 1 elementary school, 1 middle school, and 2 high schools (one of which is an alternative school). Overall, the McLean County school district appears to be performing well, with several standout schools that are consistently ranked among the top in the state.
The McLean County Middle School is a clear standout, consistently ranking in the top 50 middle schools in Kentucky and earning 4-5 out of 5 stars from SchoolDigger. Its test scores are significantly above the state averages, particularly in mathematics and reading. The Calhoun Elementary School also performs well, ranking in the top 25% of Kentucky elementary schools with strong math and reading proficiency rates.
While the district's high schools show more variability in performance, with the McLean County High School having mixed results and the alternative high school lagging behind, the district appears to be making a concerted effort to support its schools. The relatively high spending per student across the schools indicates the district is investing resources, though the outcomes are somewhat mixed, especially at the high school level. Overall, the Calhoun schools demonstrate a mix of high-performing and more challenged institutions, with the middle school standing out as a clear standout.
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