Summary:
The city of Utica, Ohio is home to three public schools serving grades K-12: Utica High School, Utica Elementary School, and Utica Middle School, all part of the North Fork Local district. While the schools share some common challenges, the data reveals that Utica Middle School and Utica Elementary School stand out as the top performers in the district.
Utica Middle School impresses with its strong academic results, ranking in the top 36% of Ohio middle schools. The school outperforms state and district averages in key test score metrics, including an exceptional 90.9% proficiency rate in Algebra I. Utica Elementary School also demonstrates consistent high performance, with students exceeding state and district averages in 5th grade Science and English Language Arts, as well as 4th grade Math.
However, the data also highlights areas of concern, such as the relatively high chronic absenteeism rate of 23.2% at Utica High School. Additionally, the schools serve a population with significant socioeconomic challenges, as evidenced by the high rates of free and reduced-price lunch recipients, particularly at Utica Middle School. Overall, the analysis suggests that while Utica's schools have pockets of excellence, the district may need to address attendance and resource allocation issues to ensure equitable and high-quality education for all students.
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