Summary:
Breathitt County, Kentucky is home to 6 schools serving students from elementary through high school. The data reveals a stark contrast in school performance, with Highland-Turner Elementary School consistently ranking among the top in the state, while the other schools in the county generally lag behind state averages on key metrics.
While Breathitt County High School boasts a strong 93.5% four-year graduation rate and a low 1.1% dropout rate, the district faces significant challenges, including high rates of chronic absenteeism across all schools, ranging from 25-25%. Additionally, the majority of students in Breathitt County qualify for free or reduced-price lunch, suggesting the district grapples with socioeconomic factors that may impact student learning and achievement.
The data also reveals the presence of two smaller high schools, Breathitt Regional School and Breathitt Learning Academy, which serve specialized student populations and have unique performance metrics compared to the larger Breathitt County High School. Understanding the strengths and challenges of schools within the Breathitt County district can help inform strategies to support student success and improve educational outcomes in the region.
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