Summary:
The Windham Exempted Village school district in Ohio has only one elementary school, Katherine Thomas Elementary School, which serves grades PK-4 with an enrollment of 223 students. While the school has a diverse student population, it has struggled to provide a high-quality education, as evidenced by its low statewide ranking, subpar test scores, and high chronic absenteeism rate.
Katherine Thomas Elementary School has consistently ranked in the bottom quarter of Ohio elementary schools over the past three years, with a 1 out of 5 SchoolDigger star rating. The school's test scores in both math and English language arts are significantly below the state averages for 3rd and 4th grade students, with only 40% of 3rd graders and 52.5% of 4th graders proficient or better in math, and 46.7% of 3rd graders and 37.5% of 4th graders proficient or better in English language arts. Additionally, the school is experiencing a concerning issue with student attendance, with a chronic absenteeism rate of 28.1%.
Despite the school's relatively high per-student spending of $13,016, these investments do not appear to be translating into strong academic performance. The school's diverse student population, with 71.75% White, 16.14% African American, 5.38% Hispanic, and 6.73% two or more races, highlights the importance of ensuring equitable educational opportunities and outcomes for all students. Addressing the school's low performance and high chronic absenteeism should be a top priority for the Windham Exempted Village school district.
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