Summary:
The city of Independence, Ohio is home to 5 schools serving students from elementary through high school, including 1 elementary school, 1 middle school, 2 high schools, and 1 alternative school. The data reveals a stark contrast in the performance of these schools, with Independence Primary School and Independence Middle School consistently ranking among the top schools in the state, while Alternative Education Academy and Gateway Online Academy of Ohio struggle with lower test scores and higher chronic absenteeism rates.
Independence Primary School stands out as a top performer, ranking 153 out of 1,596 Ohio elementary schools and maintaining a 5-star rating from SchoolDigger. The school's exceptional test scores, with 75-95% of students proficient or better in Math and English Language Arts, are a testament to its academic excellence. In contrast, Gateway Online Academy of Ohio and Alternative Education Academy face significant challenges, with chronic absenteeism rates as high as 61.7% and much lower test scores.
The data also reveals potential correlations between socioeconomic factors, as indicated by free/reduced lunch rates, and student outcomes. Schools with higher free/reduced lunch rates, such as Alternative Education Academy and Gateway Online Academy of Ohio, tend to have lower test scores and higher chronic absenteeism. Additionally, the significant differences in spending per student across the schools suggest potential funding disparities that may contribute to the performance gaps observed.
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