Summary:
The city of Churubusco, Indiana is home to two schools: Churubusco Junior-Senior High School and Churubusco Elementary School, both part of the Smith-Green Community Schools district. The data shows that Churubusco Junior-Senior High School is the standout performer, consistently ranking higher than the district and state averages on standardized tests, particularly in English Language Arts. The high school has seen steady improvement in its statewide ranking, moving from 264th out of 409 Indiana high schools in 2021-2022 to 125th out of 431 in 2023-2024, with a 4-star rating. Additionally, the school boasts an impressive 93.5% four-year graduation rate, well above the state average, and a relatively low chronic absenteeism rate of 13.7%.
In contrast, Churubusco Elementary School appears to be performing more in line with district and state averages, with a 3-star SchoolDigger rating and test scores that are mixed compared to state benchmarks. This disparity in test scores between the elementary and high school levels could indicate a need to focus on improving academic achievement at the elementary level. Both schools have a predominantly white student population, with Churubusco Junior-Senior High School at 95.05% white and Churubusco Elementary at 91.96% white, which may warrant further investigation into the diversity of the student population and any potential equity issues.
Overall, the data suggests that Churubusco Junior-Senior High School is a standout performer in the Smith-Green Community Schools district, while Churubusco Elementary School has room for improvement, particularly in aligning its academic outcomes with state benchmarks. Further analysis of the factors contributing to the high school's success and the elementary school's challenges could provide valuable insights for the district.
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