Summary:
The ASCEND District contains only one elementary school, Ascend, which serves students from kindergarten through 5th grade. Based on the available data, Ascend Elementary does not appear to be a standout school, as it has seen a decline in its statewide ranking over the past three years and is rated only 2 out of 5 stars by SchoolDigger, indicating below-average performance.
Ascend Elementary faces several challenges, including a high chronic absenteeism rate of 35.6%, significantly lower test scores than the state average across all grade levels and subject areas, and a very high percentage of students (85.77%) receiving free or reduced-price lunch, indicating a high-need student population. Additionally, the school has a relatively high student-teacher ratio of 22.8, which may contribute to its academic struggles.
The data suggests that the ASCEND District and school leadership should prioritize addressing the challenges faced by Ascend Elementary to improve outcomes for its students. Potential areas for improvement include identifying the root causes of the school's underperformance, implementing targeted interventions and support programs, and exploring ways to provide additional resources and support for the school's high-need student population.
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