Summary:
The 42101 zip code area of Bowling Green, Kentucky is home to 19 schools, including 9 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, 7 high schools, and 1 alternative school, which are part of the Warren County and Bowling Green Independent school districts. The data reveals a wide range in academic performance across these schools, with some standouts like Rockfield Elementary and W.R. McNeill Elementary performing significantly better than the county and state averages in many subjects, while others like Lost River Elementary, Warren Elementary, and Dishman McGinnis Elementary struggle academically.
The data also reveals significant disparities in graduation rates, with most high schools in the area having high 4-year graduation rates ranging from 91.3% to 100%, except for GEO International High School, which has a 74.4% graduation rate. Additionally, the schools have a wide range of free/reduced lunch rates, from 51.03% at W.R. McNeill Elementary to 100% at Parker-Bennett-Curry School, with higher-poverty schools generally performing worse academically.
Overall, the data highlights the need for targeted interventions and support to address the significant disparities in academic performance among schools in the 42101 zip code area, particularly for the most disadvantaged students and schools. While factors beyond just funding, such as school leadership and student demographics, play a crucial role in driving student outcomes, the data suggests that early intervention and additional resources for high-poverty schools could be instrumental in improving educational opportunities for all students in the area.
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