McLean County


Summary:

The McLean County school district in Kentucky consists of 5 schools, including 3 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school. The data reveals a mix of high-performing and struggling schools within the district, with some standout institutions like McLean County Middle School consistently ranking among the top middle schools in the state.

While McLean County High School boasts a strong 93.5% 4-year graduation rate and a low 1.1% dropout rate, the district as a whole faces challenges, including below-average test scores compared to state averages and high chronic absenteeism rates across all schools. The data also suggests a potential correlation between socioeconomic status and academic performance, with the schools serving the highest percentages of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch tending to have lower test scores and rankings.

Despite these challenges, the district does have some bright spots, such as Calhoun Elementary School, which ranks in the top 150 elementary schools in Kentucky. By identifying and replicating the successful strategies of the higher-performing schools, the district can work to improve the overall academic achievement and ensure that all students in McLean County have access to a quality education.

District Detail

 410 Highway 136 East
Calhoun, KY 42327

 (270) 273-5257

SchoolDigger Rank:
72nd of 157 Kentucky districts

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Grades served: PK, KG-12
Students: 1,387

Primary Schools: 3
Middle Schools: 1
High Schools: 2
Alternative Schools: 0
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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the Kentucky Department of Education.

IMPORTANT DISCLAIMERS: Not all boundaries are included. We make every effort to ensure that boundaries are up-to-date. But it's important to note that these are approximations and are for general informational purposes only. To verify legal descriptions of boundaries or school locations, contact your local tax assessor's office and/or school district.





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