Summary:
The city of Petrolia, Texas is home to two schools: Petrolia Elementary and Petrolia Junior High/High School, both part of the Petrolia Consolidated Independent School District. While both schools face challenges related to student demographics and academic achievement, the data suggests that Petrolia Junior High/High School is the stronger performing school in the district.
Petrolia Junior High/High School outperforms Petrolia Elementary across several key metrics, including statewide ranking, test scores, graduation rates, and dropout rates. The high school also has a higher percentage of white students and a lower free and reduced lunch rate compared to the elementary school, indicating a potentially less economically disadvantaged student population. Additionally, Petrolia Junior High/High School spends more per student and has a lower student-teacher ratio, which may contribute to its better performance.
Despite the differences, both schools in Petrolia face challenges. Both have relatively high percentages of students eligible for free and reduced lunch, suggesting a need for targeted interventions to support economically disadvantaged students. Additionally, the racial makeup of the schools indicates a lack of diversity, which could be an area for improvement. Overall, the data provides valuable insights into the strengths and areas for improvement for the schools in Petrolia, Texas.
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