Summary:
Grinnell Public Schools in Kansas has only one middle school, Grinnell Middle School, which serves a small student population of just 20 students. The school's academic performance has been declining, with proficiency rates in English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science well below the state average. Despite the low performance, the school has a relatively high spending per student of $34,078, which raises questions about the efficient use of resources.
Grinnell Middle School's statewide ranking has dropped from 212th out of 368 Kansas middle schools in 2021-2022 to 320th out of 362 in 2023-2024, indicating a significant decline in performance compared to other schools in the state. The school's small size may present unique challenges and opportunities, but the data suggests that the school is struggling to provide a quality education to its students.
The high percentage of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch, at 30%, suggests that the school serves a population with significant economic challenges, which may contribute to the academic struggles and require targeted support and interventions. Overall, the data indicates that Grinnell Public Schools needs to address the significant academic and performance issues at Grinnell Middle School through a comprehensive improvement strategy.
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