Summary:
The city of St. Michaels, Maryland is home to two schools: St. Michaels Middle/High School and St. Michaels Elementary, both of which serve students in the Talbot County Public Schools district. While the schools share some similarities, such as lower student-teacher ratios compared to the district average, they also exhibit distinct academic strengths.
St. Michaels Middle/High School stands out for its exceptional performance in English Language Arts (ELA), with 70.7% of 10th-grade students scoring proficient or better, significantly higher than the Talbot County Public Schools (54.7%) and Maryland (53.5%) averages. In contrast, St. Michaels Elementary demonstrates stronger math proficiency in grades 3 and 5, outpacing the district and state in those grade levels.
Both schools serve a predominantly white student population, with St. Michaels Middle/High School at 72.46% and St. Michaels Elementary at 69.07%. However, they also have a significant portion of students from economically disadvantaged backgrounds, with free and reduced lunch rates exceeding 40% at both schools. Despite the similar per-student spending, the schools' differing academic performances suggest that factors beyond just funding, such as effective instructional practices and curriculum, may play a crucial role in shaping student outcomes.
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