Summary:
Hammond Academy of Science & Technical is the only high school in the data set, serving grades 6-12 as a public charter school in Hammond, Indiana. The school has a relatively large enrollment of 551 students and is performing at an average level compared to other schools in the state, with a district rank of 145 out of 380 and a 3-star rating.
The school's strengths include a high four-year graduation rate of 88.4% and a relatively low student-teacher ratio of 13.1 to 1, suggesting a favorable learning environment. However, the school faces challenges in academic achievement, particularly in Math and Science, where proficiency rates are significantly lower than the state averages. The school's high chronic absenteeism rate of 17.8% may also be a contributing factor to the lower academic performance.
With 66.24% of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, Hammond Academy of Science & Technical serves a socioeconomically disadvantaged population, which may contribute to the academic challenges. The school's spending per student of $10,892 is relatively high, indicating a focus on providing resources and support to students. Overall, the data suggests that the school is working to support its students, but more efforts may be needed to improve academic outcomes and address the areas of concern.
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