Summary:
The city of Whitesburg, Kentucky is home to 5 schools, including 3 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school. The data reveals a mix of performance, with some standout schools like Letcher County Central High School showing consistent improvement, while others like Cowan Elementary School struggle with low proficiency rates.
Letcher County Central High School has seen its statewide ranking improve from 106th out of 271 Kentucky high schools in 2021-2022 to 72nd out of 290 in 2023-2024, and boasts a relatively high 4-year graduation rate of 85.6%. Meanwhile, Martha Jane Potter Elementary School has also improved its statewide ranking, moving from 458th out of 684 Kentucky elementary schools in 2021-2022 to 394th out of 685 in 2023-2024, and has strong performance in 4th grade reading.
The data also reveals significant socioeconomic challenges faced by the student population, with high rates of free and reduced-price lunch recipients across the schools, ranging from 57.58% at Whitesburg Middle School to 65.94% at Martha Jane Potter Elementary School. Addressing these disparities and supporting the schools with the greatest challenges will be crucial for ensuring equitable educational opportunities for all students in the Letcher County district.
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