Summary:
The city of Dorchester, Nebraska is home to two schools: Dorchester Elementary School and Dorchester High School, both part of the Dorchester Public School district. While Dorchester Elementary School performs slightly above the state average in English Language Arts, Dorchester High School struggles, ranking 180th out of 215 Nebraska high schools and performing below the state average on ACT exams.
Dorchester Elementary School has a diverse student population, with 28.47% Hispanic students, higher than the state average. The school spends $18,775 per student, more than the state average, but its academic performance is mixed, with proficiency rates ranging from 50-60% in English Language Arts and 39-56% in Mathematics. In contrast, Dorchester High School has an even higher percentage of Hispanic students at 36.26% and spends $21,461 per student, significantly more than the state average, yet its ACT proficiency rates are low, at 33.33% in English Language Arts, 12.5% in Mathematics, and 12.5% in Science.
The data suggests that the schools in Dorchester face challenges in improving student outcomes, despite the higher levels of funding. The declining performance at Dorchester High School, along with the racial diversity and socioeconomic factors, indicate that a more comprehensive approach may be needed to address the educational needs of the community.
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