Summary:
The city of Ewing, Nebraska is home to two schools - Summerland Elementary School and Summerland High School, both part of the Summerland Public Schools district. While Summerland Elementary has more average performance, Summerland High School stands out as a top-performing school in the state, consistently ranking among the best high schools in Nebraska.
Summerland High School is the clear standout, earning a 5-star rating from SchoolDigger and ranking 9th out of 168 Nebraska high schools for the 2023-2024 school year. The school has impressive test scores, with 80% of 11th graders proficient or better in ACT English, 72.5% in ACT Math, and 90% in ACT Science. Summerland High also boasts an 88.1% 4-year graduation rate. In contrast, Summerland Elementary has more average performance, ranking in the middle 50-60% of Nebraska elementary schools over the past 3 years and earning a 2-3 star rating.
Both schools have high rates of 47-48% free/reduced lunch recipients, indicating a lower socioeconomic student population. Additionally, both schools struggle with high chronic absenteeism rates of 21.1%. Despite these challenges, the schools are investing significant resources, with spending per student around $20,500. Understanding the factors behind Summerland High's success could provide valuable insights for improving outcomes at the elementary school level.
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