Summary:
The 40336 zip code area in Estill County, Kentucky is home to 5 schools, including 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 2 high schools (one of which is an alternative school). While the overall performance of schools in this area lags behind state averages, a few standout institutions emerge from the data.
Estill County Success Academy, an alternative high school, boasts an impressive 95.5% 4-year graduation rate, significantly higher than the other high schools in the area. Additionally, Estill Springs Elementary stands out with the highest test scores, with 40-48% of students proficient or better in core subjects, outperforming both the county and state averages. In contrast, Estill County Middle School and West Irvine Elementary lag behind state averages in many subject areas.
The data also reveals significant disparities in funding and resources between the elementary schools, with West Irvine Elementary spending nearly double per student compared to Estill Springs Elementary and Estill County High School. This could be a contributing factor to the performance gaps observed across the Estill County school district, which overall appears to be underperforming compared to state standards.
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