Summary:
The Hitchcock County School System consists of two schools - Hitchcock County Elementary and Hitchcock County Junior/Senior High School. While the elementary school is a standout performer, the high school has seen a decline in its academic performance.
Hitchcock County Elementary is the shining star of the district, ranking 112 out of 459 Nebraska elementary schools and earning a 4-star rating from SchoolDigger. The school significantly outperforms the state average in English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science proficiency. In contrast, Hitchcock County Junior/Senior High School has seen a drop in its performance, declining from a 4-star rating to a 2-star rating in the past year, with test scores lagging behind the state averages.
The district faces some socioeconomic challenges, with over 50% of students at both schools qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch. Additionally, the student population at both schools is predominantly white, with limited racial diversity. The district should continue to build on the elementary school's success while addressing the areas for improvement at the high school level to ensure all students in the Hitchcock County School System receive a high-quality education.
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