Summary:
The city of East Grand Forks, Minnesota is home to 4 schools serving students from elementary through high school, including 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school. The data reveals that Central Middle is the standout school in the district, consistently ranking among the top 100 middle schools in Minnesota and earning a 4-star rating from SchoolDigger. In contrast, South Point Elementary has struggled, ranking in the bottom half of Minnesota elementary schools.
Across the district, test scores vary widely, with Central Middle outperforming the district and state averages in Math, Reading, and Science, while East Grand Forks Senior High and South Point Elementary lag behind. The schools also serve a diverse student population, with a majority white student body and meaningful percentages of African American and Hispanic students.
The data also reveals high rates of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, especially at the elementary schools, suggesting a significant population of economically disadvantaged students. The student-teacher ratios are generally within reasonable ranges, with South Point Elementary having a particularly low ratio, which could be a strength the district can leverage to provide more individualized attention for students. Overall, the East Grand Forks Public Schools district has areas of strength and areas for improvement, and focusing on the standout performance of Central Middle while addressing the challenges faced by other schools can help ensure all students have access to a high-quality education.
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