Summary:
The city of Corsica, South Dakota is home to two schools - Corsica-Stickney High School and Corsica-Stickney Junior High School, both part of the Corsica-Stickney 21-3 school district. These schools serve students from grades 7 through 12.
Corsica-Stickney High School stands out as a high-performing institution, consistently ranking among the top high schools in South Dakota with a #3 ranking and a 5-star rating. The school boasts impressive academic performance, with 11th-grade students scoring well above the state average in English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science. Additionally, Corsica-Stickney High School maintains a 100% four-year graduation rate and a 0% dropout rate, indicating exceptional student outcomes.
In contrast, Corsica-Stickney Junior High School has a lower ranking and rating compared to the high school, though its students still perform above the state averages in ELA and Math. The school's higher chronic absenteeism rate may suggest some areas for improvement. However, both schools demonstrate a range of socioeconomic backgrounds among their student populations, with Corsica-Stickney High School spending more per student and having a lower student-teacher ratio, which may contribute to its exceptional academic performance and student outcomes.
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