Summary:
The city of Nortonville, Kentucky is home to two schools - Southside Elementary School and South Hopkins Middle School, both serving students in the Hopkins County district. Southside Elementary consistently ranks in the top 40% of Kentucky elementary schools, outperforming the county and state averages in mathematics, reading, and other subjects. In contrast, South Hopkins Middle School has seen a decline in its performance, with proficiency rates dropping as students progress through the grade levels.
Southside Elementary School stands out with a 3-star rating from SchoolDigger and high test scores, despite serving a student population with a 70.16% free and reduced lunch rate. This suggests the school is providing a quality education to its high-need student population. South Hopkins Middle School, on the other hand, ranks in the middle range of Kentucky middle schools and struggles with lower proficiency rates in 7th and 8th grade subjects, particularly in science, writing, and social studies.
Both schools serve a significant population of economically disadvantaged students, highlighting the importance of providing additional resources and support to ensure these students have equal opportunities for academic success. The data analysis suggests a need to examine the transition from elementary to middle school and identify areas for improvement in the middle school curriculum and instruction to better support student growth and achievement.
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