Summary:
The Kermit Independent School District (Isd) in Texas has only one elementary school, Kermit Elementary, which serves a diverse student population from predominantly low-income households. While the school spends more per student than the state average, its academic performance, as measured by STAAR test scores, is significantly lower than the state averages, particularly in reading and mathematics.
Kermit Elementary has a student population that is 84.56% Hispanic and 76.68% eligible for free or reduced-price lunch, indicating a relatively low-income community. The school's STAAR test scores are consistently in the bottom quartile of Texas elementary schools, and it has a 1-star rating from SchoolDigger, suggesting it is one of the lower-performing schools in the state. Despite the higher per-student spending, the school's resources do not appear to be effectively utilized to address the unique needs of its student population and improve academic outcomes.
The analysis of Kermit Elementary highlights the challenges faced by schools serving predominantly low-income communities, where factors such as socioeconomic status, access to resources, and instructional practices can significantly impact student performance. While the school's higher per-student spending suggests a commitment to supporting its students, the continued underperformance on standardized tests indicates a need for a more targeted and comprehensive approach to addressing the root causes of the academic challenges faced by Kermit Elementary.
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