Summary:
The Lind School District in Washington state has only one middle school, Lind-Ritzville Middle School, which serves a small student population of 53 students. Despite its low student-teacher ratio of 7.5 to 1 and high per-student spending of $77,682, the school's academic performance lags behind the state averages in both English Language Arts and Math proficiency.
Lind-Ritzville Middle School has a diverse student body, with 56.6% White, 35.85% Hispanic, and smaller percentages of other racial groups. However, a significant portion (75.47%) of the students qualify for free or reduced-price lunch, indicating a relatively low-income population. The school's statewide ranking has declined over the past three years, from 405th out of 541 middle schools in 2021-2022 to 362nd out of 535 in 2023-2024, suggesting a need for improvement in student outcomes.
While the small school size and low student-teacher ratio could be an asset in addressing the diverse needs of the students, the inconsistent test scores across grade levels and subject areas indicate a need for more targeted instructional strategies and curriculum alignment. The high spending per student, coupled with the below-average academic performance, raises questions about the effectiveness of the school's resource allocation and the need to explore ways to improve student outcomes.
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