Summary:
The Breckinridge County school district in Kentucky consists of 6 schools, including 4 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school. The district as a whole is ranked 106 out of 157 in Kentucky and is rated 2 stars out of 5 by SchoolDigger.
Among the standout schools in the district, Hardinsburg Elementary School has the highest overall performance, ranking 363 out of 685 Kentucky elementary schools and rated 2 stars out of 5 by SchoolDigger. It has strong test scores, particularly in reading, with 63% of 4th graders proficient or better. Ben Johnson Elementary School has the highest spending per student at $15,027 and the lowest student-teacher ratio at 12.8, as well as relatively strong test scores in math and writing. Breckinridge County High School has the highest graduation rate at 93.5% and the lowest dropout rate at 1.1%, with test scores generally on par or slightly above the county and state averages.
However, the data also reveals some concerning trends across the district, such as high rates of chronic absenteeism, ranging from 25.0% at all schools. Additionally, the schools have high rates of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch, from 49.9% at the high school to 71.1% at Irvington Elementary. The wide range of performance across the schools suggests the need for targeted interventions and support to address the unique needs of each institution and improve educational outcomes for all students in the Breckinridge County district.
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