Summary:
Colby Public Schools in Kansas has a single middle school, Colby Middle School, serving students in grades 6-8. The school's performance on state assessments is generally below the state averages, with only 27.54% of students proficient or better in English Language Arts and 19.54% in Mathematics, compared to state averages of 33.17% and 31.29%, respectively. Colby Middle School's statewide ranking has been relatively consistent over the past three years, ranging from 178 to 237 out of 362-368 Kansas middle schools, indicating room for improvement.
The school serves a student population that is 77.86% White and 15.87% Hispanic, with a high percentage (35.79%) of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, suggesting a relatively high level of economic disadvantage. Colby Middle School has a student-teacher ratio of 15.7, slightly higher than the state average, and spends $8,317 per student, which is below the state average. These factors may contribute to the school's academic challenges and indicate potential staffing and funding constraints.
Overall, the data suggests that Colby Public Schools and its sole middle school are facing some challenges in terms of academic performance and resource allocation, which may require targeted interventions and support to improve student outcomes and provide a higher-quality education for the community.
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