Summary:
The city of Newark, Ohio is home to 10 elementary schools serving students from kindergarten through 5th or 6th grade, with a mix of public and public charter schools. The data reveals a range of performance, with standout schools like Licking Valley Elementary School and Par Excellence Academy dba Par Excellence STEM Academy leading the way in test scores and academic outcomes.
Licking Valley Elementary School stands out as a top performer, ranking in the top 25% of Ohio elementary schools and earning 4 out of 5 stars from SchoolDigger. It boasts strong test scores, with over 80% proficiency in 4th grade math and English language arts. In contrast, John Clem Elementary School struggles with lower proficiency rates, particularly in 3rd grade math at just 30.3%. The charter school Par Excellence Academy also impresses with its high test scores, outperforming many of the Newark City public schools.
Chronic absenteeism is a concern across several schools, with rates ranging from 11.4% to 39.0%. Schools like Ben Franklin Elementary and John Clem Elementary have the highest rates, while Licking Valley Elementary and Par Excellence Academy perform better in this area. Interestingly, per-student spending does not appear to be strongly correlated with academic outcomes, as some of the higher-performing schools have lower spending levels.
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