Summary:
The city of Elkton, Kentucky is home to 4 schools serving students from elementary through high school, including 1 elementary school, 1 middle school, and 2 high schools. While the schools in this area face significant socioeconomic challenges, with high rates of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch, the academic performance across the district is consistently low compared to state averages.
Todd County Central High School stands out with a strong 4-year graduation rate of 95.9%, but its test scores are well below the state average, with only 15-34% of 11th graders scoring proficient or better on the ACT and Kentucky State Assessments. In contrast, Horizons High School, a small school with just 22 students, has an impressive 94.7% graduation rate, but it has consistently ranked in the bottom quarter of Kentucky high schools.
Across the Todd County school district, per-student spending varies widely, from $15,038 at North Todd Elementary School to $23,421 at Todd County Central High School, which may contribute to the academic challenges faced by these schools. Overall, the data suggests that the schools in Elkton are struggling to provide high-quality education, likely due to a combination of socioeconomic factors and systemic challenges that will need to be addressed to improve student outcomes in the long run.
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