Summary:
The city of Easton, Maine is home to two schools: Easton Elementary School and Easton Junior-Senior High School, both part of the Easton Public Schools district. Easton Elementary School has consistently performed well, ranking in the top 40 elementary schools in Maine and maintaining a 4-star rating. In contrast, Easton Junior-Senior High School has shown improvement, moving up in the state-wide rankings to 55th out of 123 high schools.
Both schools have a predominantly white student population, with Easton Elementary School having a slightly more diverse racial makeup. Chronic absenteeism is a concern, with Easton Elementary School having a higher rate of 17.9% compared to 11.9% at the high school. The elementary school also has a higher percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch at 35.65%, suggesting greater economic need in the elementary school population.
Overall, the data indicates that Easton's schools are performing well, with Easton Elementary School standing out as a strong performer and Easton Junior-Senior High School showing signs of improvement. However, the schools face challenges related to chronic absenteeism and economic disparities, which may require further investigation and targeted interventions to address these issues and ensure all students in Easton have access to a high-quality education.
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