Summary:
The city of Burna, Kentucky has two public schools serving students from pre-kindergarten through 8th grade - Livingston County Middle School and North Livingston Elementary School. Both schools serve economically disadvantaged communities, with high rates of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch. While the schools have some differences in their performance and resource allocation, neither appears to be a clear standout in the area.
Livingston County Middle School has seen a decline in its statewide ranking and rating over the past few years, dropping from 3 stars to 2 stars and falling from the top third to the bottom two-thirds of Kentucky middle schools. Its test scores in math, reading, and other subjects range from 29% to 52% proficiency. In contrast, North Livingston Elementary School has consistently ranked in the bottom half of Kentucky elementary schools, with a 1-star or 2-star rating, and its test scores are generally lower than the county and state averages.
Despite the differences in performance, the schools have some similarities. Both have high poverty levels, with over 59% of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch. Additionally, while North Livingston Elementary School has a higher per-student spending of $26,993 compared to $21,787 for Livingston County Middle School, this higher spending does not appear to translate into better academic outcomes. The student-teacher ratios also vary, with North Livingston Elementary School having a lower ratio of 14.4 compared to 17.2 at Livingston County Middle School.
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