Summary:
The city of Hoisington, Kansas is home to 4 schools serving students from elementary through high school, including 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school. The data reveals that Lincoln Elementary stands out as a top performer, ranking 154 out of 656 Kansas elementary schools and earning a 4-star rating from SchoolDigger. In contrast, while Hoisington High has shown improvement in recent years, it still ranks lower than the state average.
Across the district, the schools face the challenge of high chronic absenteeism rates, which likely impact student performance. Additionally, the schools serve a significant population of students from low-income families, with free/reduced lunch rates ranging from 44.97% at Roosevelt Elementary to 56.7% at Lincoln Elementary. The district's spending per student is on par with the state average, and the student-teacher ratios are relatively small, ranging from 11.4 at Hoisington Middle to 15.6 at Roosevelt Elementary.
The data suggests a need to investigate the factors contributing to the performance gap between the elementary and secondary schools, as well as to address the persistent challenge of chronic absenteeism. By leveraging the strengths of the higher-performing elementary schools and implementing targeted interventions, the Hoisington school district can work towards enhancing the educational experiences and outcomes for all students.
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