Summary:
The city of Sidney, Nebraska is home to 6 schools serving students from elementary through high school, including 3 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 1 high school. The schools in this Sidney Public Schools district show a mix of performance, with Sidney Middle School consistently ranking among the top middle schools in the state, while the elementary and high school performance is more variable.
Sidney Middle School stands out with its 4-star rating and strong test scores, with over 75% of students proficient or better in English Language Arts and Mathematics. In contrast, West Elementary also has impressive test scores, with 60-80% of students proficient or better in core subjects, but is not ranked as highly as the middle school. The district's graduation rate at Sidney High School is above the state average at 88.1%, but chronic absenteeism is a concern across all schools, with a rate of 21.1%.
The data also reveals socioeconomic challenges, with the percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch ranging from 31.84% at Central Elementary to 53.7% at South Ward Elementary. This suggests that many families in the Sidney community are facing economic hardship, which may have implications for student learning and achievement. The district should consider ways to provide additional support and resources for these students.
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