Summary:
The Scottsbluff, Nebraska school district consists of 10 schools, including 7 elementary schools, 1 middle school, 1 high school, and 1 alternative school, serving a diverse student population with significant socioeconomic challenges. While some schools, such as Westmoor Elementary School and Longfellow Elementary School, perform relatively well and exceed district and state averages, others, like Roosevelt Elementary School, struggle significantly, ranking in the bottom 15% of Nebraska elementary schools.
The district as a whole is ranked 146 out of 212 districts in Scottsbluff Public Schools and is rated 2 out of 5 stars by SchoolDigger, indicating room for improvement. The high free/reduced lunch rates, ranging from 46% to 88%, point to significant socioeconomic challenges that may be impacting student learning and achievement. The alternative schools, such as Meridian School and Early Learning Center, have much lower student-teacher ratios, which could be a contributing factor to their ability to serve high-need student populations.
Overall, the Scottsbluff school district faces disparities in academic performance and socioeconomic need among its schools. While some schools are performing relatively well, there are clear opportunities for improvement, particularly at the lower-performing schools. Addressing these disparities and providing targeted support could lead to more equitable outcomes for all students in the Educational Service Unit 13 area.
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