Summary:
The 41144 zip code area in Greenup County, Kentucky is home to 5 schools serving grades K-12, including 3 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school. While the schools share the same district, their academic performance varies significantly, with Greysbranch Elementary standing out as the highest-performing school in the area and Argillite Elementary lagging behind.
Greysbranch Elementary is the clear standout, earning a 3-star rating from SchoolDigger and significantly outperforming the county and state averages on standardized tests, with 64% of 4th graders proficient or better in reading compared to 36% for the county and 50% statewide. In contrast, Argillite Elementary has a 0-star rating and struggles academically, with only 25-32% of students proficient in reading and math.
Across the district, the Greenup County school district as a whole is ranked 134 out of 157 districts in the state and has a 1-star rating, indicating systemic challenges. The schools serve student populations with very high rates of poverty, as indicated by the free/reduced lunch eligibility ranging from 56.9% to 80.31%. Per-student spending also varies significantly, from $26,978 at Greenup County High School to $40,310 at Greysbranch Elementary, raising questions about resource allocation and equity within the district.
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