Searcy School District

The Searcy School District in Arkansas consists of 6 schools, including 3 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 1 high school. The data reveals several standout schools in the district, with Westside Elementary School and Searcy High School leading the way in academic performance.

Westside Elementary School consistently ranks among the top elementary schools in the state, with a 5-star rating from SchoolDigger. It boasts the highest proficiency rates in English Language Arts, Reading, Mathematics, and Science across all grade levels, significantly outperforming the district and state averages. Searcy High School also stands out, ranking in the top 50 high schools in Arkansas and maintaining a 4-star rating. The high school outperforms the district and state in most subject areas, particularly in English Language Arts and Reading.

While some schools excel, the data also reveals socioeconomic disparities within the district, with free/reduced lunch rates ranging from 39.11% at Searcy High School to 73.51% at Sidney Deener Elementary School. Additionally, the variations in spending per student and student-teacher ratios suggest potential differences in staffing and funding levels across the schools, which may contribute to the observed performance differences.