Summary:
The 44609 zip code area is home to 3 schools, including 1 middle school, 2 high schools (one of which is a virtual school), and no elementary schools. Among these, West Branch High School stands out as the academic powerhouse, consistently performing well above state and district averages on standardized tests and boasting a high graduation rate of 96.4%. In contrast, the West Branch Digital Academy, the virtual high school, has limited data available but shows a noteworthy 0% chronic absenteeism rate.
Demographically, the schools in the 44609 zip code area have a predominantly white student population, ranging from 93.75% to 96.77% white students, with limited racial diversity. Funding and resources appear to be in line with state averages, with per-student spending ranging from $8,914 at the middle school to $9,675 at the high school, and relatively low student-teacher ratios. However, the significant difference in free/reduced lunch rates between the high school (26.25%) and the middle school (63.5%) may indicate potential equity concerns within the West Branch Local district.
Overall, the data highlights the academic excellence of West Branch High School, which consistently outperforms state and district averages, while also raising questions about equity and diversity that the district may want to further explore. Continued monitoring and data-driven decision-making can help the district support student success across all its schools.
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