Summary:
The schools in Jackson County, Kentucky include 3 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 3 high schools, serving students from kindergarten through 12th grade. The data reveals a mix of high-performing and lower-performing schools, with standout institutions like McKee Elementary School and Jackson County High School leading the way.
McKee Elementary consistently ranks among the top elementary schools in the state, with exceptional test scores, particularly in mathematics and reading. In contrast, Jackson County Middle School struggles with proficiency rates, especially in math, ranking in the bottom 20% of Kentucky middle schools. Jackson County High School, on the other hand, performs relatively well, with a 4-star rating and a 4-year graduation rate above the state average.
The data also reveals high poverty rates across all schools, with the percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch ranging from 64.84% at Jackson County High School to 100% at Barnabus Home High School. This suggests that the district may need to address issues of poverty and its impact on student learning. Additionally, the variation in spending per student and student-teacher ratios across the schools indicates that resources may not be evenly distributed, which could contribute to the performance disparities observed in the data.
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