Summary:
The city of Wellington, Kansas is home to 7 schools, including 4 elementary schools, 1 middle school, 2 high schools (with 1 virtual school), and no alternative schools. The schools in this Wellington district demonstrate a wide range of academic performance, with some standout schools like Washington Elementary and Eisenhower Elementary outperforming the district and state averages, while others, like Wellington High School, struggle to meet proficiency standards.
The data reveals that schools with higher percentages of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, such as Kennedy Elementary and Lincoln Elementary, tend to have lower academic performance. However, Lincoln Elementary's performance is still above the district average, indicating that the school is able to support its high-need student population effectively. Additionally, the district-wide chronic absenteeism rate of 19.5% is a concern that may be contributing to the overall lower academic performance.
The Wellington Virtual School is a relatively small program compared to the traditional brick-and-mortar schools in the district, with only 13 students. More information on the performance and characteristics of this virtual school would be helpful to understand its role and impact within the Wellington school system.
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