Summary:
The city of Maize, Kansas is home to 8 schools, including 4 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, 1 high school, and 1 alternative virtual school. Overall, the Maize school district performs very well, with all schools rated 3 or 4 stars by SchoolDigger, indicating a quality education across the district.
Several schools stand out for their exceptional academic performance. Vermillion Elementary School consistently ranks among the top elementary schools in the state, with over 70% of students proficient or better in English Language Arts. Maize Virtual Preparatory School, the district's alternative virtual school, also has impressive results, with high proficiency rates across multiple subjects. Additionally, Maize Central Elementary and Pray-Woodman Elementary are standout elementary schools in the district.
While the Maize school district overall performs well, there are a few areas of concern. Chronic absenteeism is high across all schools, around 19.5%, which is an issue the district may need to address. Additionally, there is some variation in performance between the elementary schools, suggesting the district could investigate the drivers of this difference to ensure equitable education for all students.
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