Summary:
The city of Alliance, Ohio is home to 10 schools, including 6 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 2 high schools, serving students from preschool through 12th grade. The data reveals a stark contrast in academic performance between the Marlington Local School District and the Alliance City School District, with Marlington schools consistently outperforming Alliance schools on state tests and other key metrics.
Marlington High School stands out with a 93.8% four-year graduation rate, significantly higher than the 87.6% rate at Alliance High School. Similarly, Marlington Middle School ranks 302 out of 1,048 Ohio middle schools and has a 4-star rating, outperforming the state and district averages on Ohio state tests. At the elementary level, Washington Elementary School stands out with exceptional academic performance, with over 90% of 5th graders proficient or better in science and high proficiency rates in math across multiple grade levels.
However, the data also reveals areas of concern, such as high chronic absenteeism rates at several schools, particularly the high schools and Alliance Early Learning School. Additionally, the data suggests that factors beyond just funding, such as student-teacher ratios, may be at play, as the schools with the highest spending per student do not necessarily have the best academic outcomes. Overall, the data provides a comprehensive look at the schools in the Alliance area, highlighting both strengths and areas for improvement across the district.
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