Summary:
The city of Hammond, Indiana is home to 17 schools serving students from elementary through high school, all part of the School City of Hammond district. While the district as a whole struggles with low academic performance, a few standout schools like Hammond Academy of Science & Technical and Warren G Harding Elementary School demonstrate that high-quality education is possible in the area.
The district's 4-year graduation rate averages 88.4%, but test scores across the board are well below state averages, with only 15.8% of students proficient or better in Biology and just 2.19% meeting SAT Math standards. Chronic absenteeism is also a major concern, with all schools reporting rates around 17.8%. Economically, the district serves a predominantly disadvantaged population, with 44.89% to 69.01% of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch.
Despite the challenges, the data reveals pockets of excellence, such as the Hammond Academy of Science & Technical charter high school, which ranks 116 out of 429 Indiana high schools and has a 4-star rating. Kenwood Elementary School and Warren G Harding Elementary School also stand out with higher-than-average test scores and lower chronic absenteeism rates. Addressing the root causes of low performance, such as attendance, resource allocation, and support for economically disadvantaged students, will be crucial for the district to raise student achievement and provide a high-quality education for all.
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