Summary:
The McLaughlin School District 15-2 in South Dakota has only one high school, McLaughlin High School - 01, which has consistently ranked in the bottom 5% of South Dakota high schools. The school's performance is concerning, with low graduation rates, high dropout rates, and significantly below-average academic proficiency in English Language Arts and Science compared to state averages.
Despite the school's high spending per student and relatively small class sizes, the data indicates that McLaughlin High School - 01 faces significant socioeconomic challenges, with 100% of its students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch. This suggests that the school serves a population with substantial economic disadvantages, which may contribute to the poor academic outcomes and high dropout rates.
The data paints a concerning picture of the performance and challenges faced by McLaughlin High School - 01. Significant interventions and support will be needed to improve student outcomes and close the opportunity gap for this school and its community.
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