Summary:
The city of Raceland, Kentucky is home to three schools serving grades K-12: Campbell Elementary School, Raceland-Worthington Middle School, and Raceland-Worthington High School, all part of the Raceland-Worthington Independent District. While the high school stands out as a top performer in the state, the middle and elementary schools face challenges in academic achievement, particularly in mathematics and science.
Raceland-Worthington High School is the district's shining star, consistently ranking among the best high schools in Kentucky with a 4-star rating. The school boasts high proficiency rates on ACT and KSA assessments, especially in English and Reading, and an impressive 89% four-year graduation rate. In contrast, Raceland-Worthington Middle School has seen a significant decline in its statewide ranking, dropping from 81st in 2021-2022 to 232nd in 2023-2024, with lower-than-average proficiency rates in Mathematics and Science.
The data also reveals disparities in student demographics and resource allocation across the schools. Campbell Elementary School has the highest free/reduced lunch rate at 60.84%, indicating a higher proportion of economically disadvantaged students, while the high school has a relatively lower rate of 45.28%. Additionally, the elementary school has the highest per-student spending at $20,195, compared to the middle and high schools, which have lower spending at $18,750 and $19,543, respectively. These factors may contribute to the observed performance gaps and highlight the need for the district to address equity and resource allocation to support all students effectively.
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