Summary:
The Newcomerstown, Ohio school district consists of 4 schools: 2 elementary schools (West Elementary and East Elementary), 1 middle school (Newcomerstown Middle School), and 1 high school (Newcomerstown High School). The district serves a predominantly white student population, with high rates of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch, indicating potential socioeconomic challenges.
Newcomerstown Middle School stands out as the strongest performer in the district, with the highest statewide ranking, a 3-star rating from SchoolDigger, and impressive 8th-grade science test scores. In contrast, the two elementary schools show a significant difference in chronic absenteeism rates, with East Elementary having a much lower rate of 6.1% compared to West Elementary's 9.1%.
Overall, the Newcomerstown Exempted Village school district faces a mix of strengths and challenges. While Newcomerstown Middle School demonstrates academic excellence, the district could benefit from addressing the disparities in chronic absenteeism and exploring ways to improve student outcomes across all grade levels and subjects.
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