Middle Schools in Colby Public Schools

Colby Public Schools operates a single middle school, Colby Middle School, which serves students in grades 6-8 in the city of Colby, Kansas. Based on the available data, Colby Middle School does not appear to be a standout performer compared to other middle schools in the state, with a fluctuating statewide ranking and a 2-3 out of 5 star rating from SchoolDigger.

Academically, Colby Middle School's proficiency rates in core subjects like English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science are generally below the state averages, though there have been some improvements in recent years. The school's dropout rate is relatively low at 1.3%, but its chronic absenteeism rate of 19.5% is quite high compared to the state average. Socioeconomically, the school has a higher percentage of students (35.16%) receiving free or reduced-price lunch, and its spending per student of $8,317 is below the state average.

Overall, the data suggests that Colby Middle School faces challenges related to academic achievement, student attendance, and socioeconomic factors, which may require targeted interventions and support to improve student outcomes. While the school's performance has been inconsistent, it appears to be a relatively low-performing middle school within the Colby Public Schools district and the state of Kansas.