Summary:
The Jacksonville North Pulaski School District in Arkansas has only one high school, Jacksonville High School, which serves students in grades 9-12. The data analysis reveals that this school has consistently underperformed compared to state averages in Arkansas, ranking in the bottom half of high schools for several years.
Jacksonville High School's academic performance is particularly concerning, with proficiency rates in core subjects like English Language Arts, Math, and Science significantly lower than the state averages. For example, in the 2023-2024 school year, only 17.9% of students were proficient or better in ATLAS/English Language Arts, compared to the state average of 33.8%. The school's math proficiency rates are even more alarming, with just 2.1% of students proficient or better in ATLAS/Algebra, compared to the state average of 26.8%.
The data also reveals that Jacksonville High School serves a student population facing significant economic challenges, with 99.91% of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch. While the school's per-student spending is slightly higher than the state average, it's unclear how these resources are being utilized to support student learning and achievement. Addressing the root causes of the school's underperformance and providing targeted interventions and support to the students and community will likely be crucial to improving educational outcomes at Jacksonville High School.
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