Summary:
MSD Pike Township serves its students through one high school, Pike High School. This large high school educates a significant student body, with a high percentage of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch, indicating a diverse student population with varying needs.
Pike High School boasts a strong four-year graduation rate of 88.4%, suggesting that most students successfully complete their high school education. However, a notable concern is the chronic absenteeism rate of 17.8%, which means a substantial portion of students are missing a significant number of school days, potentially impacting their academic progress. The school has a student-teacher ratio of 15.8, which is within a reasonable range for a large high school, and spends $13,759 per student. In terms of academic performance, Pike High School's proficiency rates in Biology, SAT Evidence-based Reading and Writing, and particularly SAT Mathematics, are significantly lower than the state averages. This suggests that targeted interventions and support may be needed to improve student outcomes in these areas.
Historically, Pike High School has consistently ranked in the lower half of Indiana high schools, receiving a 1-star rating from SchoolDigger in the most recent years analyzed. While there has been some fluctuation in its statewide ranking, the trend indicates a slight decline in recent years. This overall performance, coupled with the lower test scores in key subjects, highlights areas where the school and the MSD Pike Township district may need to focus on academic improvement strategies.
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