Pendleton County

The Pendleton County school district in Kentucky consists of 4 schools, including 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school. The data reveals significant disparities in academic performance across the district, with Northern Elementary School standing out as the top performer, while Phillip Sharp Middle School and Pendleton County High School lag behind.

Northern Elementary School is the clear standout, ranking 225th out of 685 Kentucky elementary schools and earning a 3-star rating from SchoolDigger. The school has significantly higher proficiency rates than the district and state averages across most subject areas and grade levels. In contrast, Pendleton County High School and Phillip Sharp Middle School are ranked in the bottom half of their respective statewide rankings and have proficiency rates well below the state averages, particularly in mathematics and science.

The data also reveals high rates of chronic absenteeism, ranging from 25% to 26% across the district, which likely contributes to the overall academic challenges. Additionally, the schools have a high percentage of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch, indicating a relatively high level of economic disadvantage in the area. While the Pendleton County schools are currently underperforming, the data suggests there may be opportunities for targeted interventions and support to help improve student outcomes across the district.