Summary:
The Dundy County Stratton Public Schools district in Nebraska consists of two schools: Benkelman Elementary School and Dundy County Stratton High School. While Benkelman Elementary consistently performs well academically, the high school struggles to maintain a strong statewide ranking despite its high graduation rate.
Benkelman Elementary School stands out with its consistently high rankings, with a 3-4 star rating from SchoolDigger. Its students excel in English Language Arts and Mathematics, scoring significantly above the state average. In contrast, Dundy County Stratton High School has a relatively low statewide ranking, with a 0-2 star rating in recent years. However, the high school's 8th-grade students perform above the state average in English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science.
The district's financial and resource allocation patterns are also noteworthy. Dundy County Stratton High School spends significantly more per student and has a lower student-teacher ratio compared to Benkelman Elementary School. Yet, this higher investment does not seem to translate directly into higher academic achievement, particularly in the case of 11th-grade ACT performance. Both schools also face the challenge of a relatively high chronic absenteeism rate, which may impact student learning and outcomes.
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