Summary:
The city of Defiance, Ohio, is home to 8 schools serving students from elementary through high school, including 3 elementary schools, 1 middle school, 3 high schools, and 1 alternative school. The schools in this area display a wide range of academic performance, with some standout institutions like Ayersville Elementary School and Ayersville High School consistently ranking among the top in the state, while others, such as Defiance Middle School and Defiance High School, struggle to meet state averages.
The data reveals a stark contrast in school performance within the Defiance area. Ayersville Elementary and Tinora Elementary are among the top-performing elementary schools in Ohio, with exceptional test scores and low chronic absenteeism. In contrast, Defiance Middle School and Defiance High School lag behind, with lower test scores and higher chronic absenteeism. This disparity appears to be linked to socioeconomic factors, as schools with higher percentages of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, such as Defiance Elementary, tend to have lower academic performance.
The data also highlights the differences between neighboring school districts. The Northeastern Local and Ayersville Local districts consistently outperform the Defiance City district across various metrics, suggesting that the educational practices and policies in these districts may be more effective. The exceptional performance of Ayersville Elementary and Ayersville High School in particular warrants further investigation to understand the factors contributing to their success.
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