Summary:
The Fullerton Public Schools district in Nebraska consists of two schools: Fullerton Elementary School and Fullerton High School. While Fullerton Elementary School is a standout performer, consistently outpacing state averages on academic measures, Fullerton High School appears to be struggling, with significantly lower proficiency rates on standardized tests compared to state averages.
Fullerton Elementary School has shown impressive academic results, with 72% of 3rd graders proficient or better in English Language Arts in 2022-2023, compared to the state average of 63%. The school's 5th-grade science proficiency rate of 91% was also significantly higher than the state's 76%. In contrast, Fullerton High School has seen a decline in its overall ranking, dropping from 93rd out of 202 Nebraska high schools in 2021-2022 to 192nd out of 215 in 2022-2023.
The data also reveals differences in the student populations of the two schools. Fullerton High School has a higher percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch at 38.52%, compared to 29.88% at Fullerton Elementary School. Additionally, Fullerton High School spends more per student at $22,500, while Fullerton Elementary School spends $19,775 per student, suggesting the need for a closer examination of resource allocation within the district.
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