Summary:
The 66439 zip code area is home to two schools - Horton Elementary and Horton High, both of which are performing significantly below the state average in key academic metrics. The schools serve a high proportion of economically disadvantaged students, with over 55% of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch.
Horton Elementary has an enrollment of 229 students and is ranked 230 out of 264 schools in Kansas, with a 1 out of 5-star rating from SchoolDigger. The school's ELA and Math proficiency rates are well below the state averages, at 37.49% and 37.49% respectively. Similarly, Horton High, with an enrollment of 160 students, is also ranked 230 out of 264 in the state and has an ELA proficiency rate of 28% and a Math proficiency rate of 19.6%, both significantly lower than the state averages.
Despite the low academic performance, the schools appear to be spending a relatively high amount per student, with Horton Elementary spending $14,390 per student and Horton High spending $14,170 per student. Additionally, both schools have relatively low student-teacher ratios, which could be an asset if utilized effectively. However, the data suggests that the schools are struggling to translate these resources into improved student outcomes.
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