Summary:
The city of Fort Washakie, Wyoming is home to three public schools: Ft. Washakie Elementary, Ft. Washakie High School, and Ft. Washakie Middle School, all of which are part of the Fremont County School District #21. The data analysis reveals that these schools are consistently underperforming compared to state averages, with low proficiency rates in core academic subjects and consistently ranking in the bottom tiers of their respective grade levels statewide.
Across all three schools, the proficiency rates in English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science are significantly lower than the state averages. For example, in the 2023-2024 school year, Ft. Washakie Elementary's 6th-grade proficiency rate in English Language Arts was only 5.3%, compared to the state average of 58.6%. Similarly, Ft. Washakie High School's 10th-grade proficiency rates in 2023-2024 were 20% in English Language Arts, 15% in Mathematics, and 10% in Science, all well below the state averages.
Despite the relatively high spending per student, ranging from $46,787 at Ft. Washakie Elementary to $49,265 at Ft. Washakie High School, the schools are not achieving strong academic outcomes. Additionally, all three schools have a 100% free and reduced lunch rate, indicating a high level of economic disadvantage among the student population. The student-teacher ratios are relatively low, suggesting a focus on small class sizes, but this has not translated into improved academic performance. Addressing the challenges faced by these schools will require a comprehensive approach that considers the unique needs of the community and the effective allocation of resources to support student learning and achievement.
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