Middle Schools in Carlisle Local

The Carlisle Local school district in Ohio is home to two middle schools: Carlisle Intermediate Elementary School (grades 4-6) and Carlisle Junior High School (grades 7-8). Based on the available data, Carlisle Junior High School appears to be the standout performer in the district, consistently ranking higher in statewide rankings and demonstrating stronger academic achievement.

Carlisle Junior High School has maintained a 4-star rating from SchoolDigger and placed in the top 30% of Ohio middle schools in the most recent year. The school boasts significantly higher proficiency rates than the state average on Ohio state tests, particularly in science (74.6% vs. 62.1% statewide) and Algebra I (94.4% vs. 55.9% statewide). Additionally, Carlisle Junior High has a lower percentage of students receiving free/reduced-price lunch (29.55%) compared to Carlisle Intermediate (34.59%), suggesting a relatively more advantaged student population.

However, Carlisle Junior High School does face some challenges, including a higher chronic absenteeism rate (20.3%) compared to Carlisle Intermediate (12.8%). The slightly higher spending per student at Carlisle Intermediate ($10,652) compared to Carlisle Junior High ($10,246) may also indicate differences in resource allocation or priorities between the two schools. Understanding these factors and their impact on student outcomes could provide valuable insights for the district and help identify areas for improvement.