Summary:
The 42724 zip code in Kentucky is home to a single middle school, West Hardin Middle School, which serves students in grades 6-8. The school's performance has fluctuated in recent years, ranking as high as 77th out of 327 Kentucky middle schools in 2022-2023 but dropping to 147th out of 324 in 2023-2024.
West Hardin Middle School's test scores show a mixed performance, with some subject areas, such as 8th grade Math and 6th and 7th grade Reading, performing above the Hardin County and Kentucky averages, while others, like 6th and 7th grade Math and 8th grade Reading, fall below the district and state averages. The school has a relatively low student-teacher ratio of 15:1 and higher-than-average per-student spending, suggesting it is well-resourced, but it also serves a higher proportion of economically disadvantaged students, with 56.42% of its students receiving free or reduced-price lunch in 2023-2024.
Overall, the data provides a detailed look at the performance and characteristics of West Hardin Middle School, highlighting both its strengths and areas for improvement. While the school's ranking has fluctuated, its mixed academic performance and the socioeconomic challenges faced by its student population suggest that the school may require targeted support and resources to ensure consistent and equitable educational outcomes for all students.
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