Summary:
The city of Lewisport, Kentucky is home to 4 schools, including 1 elementary school, 1 middle school, 2 high schools, and 0 alternative schools. The data provides a comprehensive look at the performance and demographics of these institutions, highlighting both strengths and areas for improvement.
Hancock County High School stands out as a strong performer, ranking 66th out of 254 Kentucky high schools in 2024-2025 and earning a 4-star rating from SchoolDigger. The school boasts an impressive 93.5% four-year graduation rate and a low 1.1% dropout rate, along with strong test scores, with 60% of 10th graders proficient or better in Mathematics and 50% in Reading. In contrast, North Hancock Elementary School has shown improvement in test scores, with 4th and 5th-grade students outperforming the county and state averages in several subjects, and a relatively low chronic absenteeism rate of 25% in 2024-2025.
The data also reveals that the Hancock County district as a whole has a significant population of economically disadvantaged students, with free and reduced-price lunch rates ranging from 44.06% at Hancock County High School to 78.57% at the Hancock County Alternative Program. This suggests the need for targeted support and interventions to address the unique challenges faced by these students. Additionally, the district-wide chronic absenteeism rate of 25% is an area that could benefit from further investigation and improvement efforts.
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