Summary:
The city of Wurtland, Kentucky is home to two struggling schools - Wurtland Middle School and Wurtland Elementary School. Both schools serve students in grades K-8 and are part of the Greenup County school district. The data reveals that these schools are underperforming, with low statewide rankings, poor test scores, high rates of chronic absenteeism, and a large percentage of students from economically disadvantaged backgrounds.
Wurtland Middle School ranked 279 out of 320 Kentucky middle schools in 2024-2025, with a 1-star rating, while Wurtland Elementary School ranked 599 out of 685 Kentucky elementary schools, also with a 1-star rating. Both schools have significantly below-average proficiency rates in mathematics, reading, and social studies compared to the Greenup County and Kentucky state averages. Additionally, both schools have a concerning chronic absenteeism rate of 25.0%, and a high percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, at 77.07% for Wurtland Middle School and 80.31% for Wurtland Elementary School.
Despite the relatively high spending per student and low student-teacher ratios at both schools, the data suggests that the Wurtland area is facing significant educational challenges. Addressing these issues will require targeted interventions and support to improve instructional practices, address chronic absenteeism, and provide additional resources and support for economically disadvantaged students. The data highlights the need for a comprehensive, data-driven approach to improve educational outcomes in the Wurtland community.
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