Best Public Schools in Glasgow, KY


Summary:

The city of Glasgow, Kentucky is home to 15 schools, including 7 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, 5 high schools, and 1 alternative school. The data reveals a range of academic performance across these institutions, with some standout schools like Red Cross Elementary School and Barren County Middle School consistently ranking among the top in the state. However, there are also significant disparities in performance, particularly between the elementary/middle schools and the alternative/virtual high schools.

The data suggests a potential correlation between socioeconomic status and academic achievement, with schools serving higher proportions of economically disadvantaged students, such as Highland Elementary and Happy Valley Learning Center, tending to have lower test scores and rankings. Conversely, the alternative and virtual schools, like Bavel, serve a different student population and in some cases demonstrate stronger academic performance than the traditional high schools.

Overall, the data provides a nuanced picture of the school landscape in the Glasgow, Kentucky area, highlighting both areas of strength, such as the performance of the elementary and middle schools in the Barren County district, as well as opportunities for improvement, particularly in supporting the transition to high school and addressing disparities in student outcomes.








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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the Kentucky Department of Education.

IMPORTANT DISCLAIMERS: Not all boundaries are included. We make every effort to ensure that boundaries are up-to-date. But it's important to note that these are approximations and are for general informational purposes only. To verify legal descriptions of boundaries or school locations, contact your local tax assessor's office and/or school district.





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