Summary:
The city of Meriden, Kansas, is home to 4 schools that serve students from elementary through high school, including an alternative school. The schools in this area display a mix of academic performance, with some standout performers and others facing challenges. Overall, the data provides a comprehensive overview of the educational landscape in Meriden.
Rocket Online Schools (ROCS), the alternative school, stands out with a high 4-year graduation rate of 89.5% and a low dropout rate of 1.3%. However, it also has a very high student-teacher ratio of 62:1 and a high chronic absenteeism rate of 19.5%. In contrast, Jefferson West Elementary School performs well academically, with proficiency rates in English Language Arts and Mathematics that exceed the state averages, and a relatively low student-teacher ratio of 16.3:1.
The performance of Jefferson West Middle School and Jefferson West High School is more mixed, with some grades and subjects exceeding state averages while others fall behind. This suggests potential areas for improvement at the secondary level. Additionally, all schools in the data set have a high chronic absenteeism rate of 19.5%, which is an area of concern that may require further investigation and targeted interventions. The variation in student-teacher ratios across the schools also indicates differences in resource allocation and staffing levels.
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