Summary:
The elementary schools in Franklin County, Kentucky serve students from kindergarten through 5th grade. This data set covers 7 elementary schools in the district, providing insights into their academic performance, student demographics, and resource allocation.
Among the standout schools, Bridgeport Elementary School shines with the highest 3rd-grade Mathematics proficiency rate at 65%, well above the Franklin County and Kentucky averages. Westridge Elementary also performed exceptionally, with strong proficiency rates in Mathematics and Reading across multiple grades. Meanwhile, Peaks Mill Elementary stood out for its consistent performance, ranking in the top half of Kentucky elementary schools for the past 3 years.
The data reveals significant disparities in student outcomes, with some schools struggling to meet proficiency standards, particularly in high-poverty areas. Factors such as per-student spending, student-teacher ratios, and economic disadvantage, as measured by free/reduced lunch rates, appear to play a role in the schools' performance. Addressing these challenges and replicating the practices of the top-performing schools could be crucial in ensuring more equitable educational opportunities for all students in Franklin County.
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