Summary:
The city of Smithville, Ohio, is home to a diverse set of 5 schools, including 1 elementary school, 1 middle school, 3 high schools (with 1 career center and 1 public charter school), and no alternative schools. The schools in this area demonstrate a range of academic performance, with some standout institutions like Green Elementary School and Smithville High School consistently ranking among the top schools in the state, while others, like Liberty Preparatory School, struggle with low graduation rates and academic proficiency.
The Green Local School District, which includes Green Elementary School, Green Middle School, and Smithville High School, stands out as a high-performing district, with strong academic achievement, high graduation rates, and low chronic absenteeism. In contrast, Liberty Preparatory School, a public charter high school, is the lowest-performing school in the area, raising concerns about the effectiveness of its educational model and the support it receives from its district and the state.
The data also suggests potential equity issues, as schools with higher percentages of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch, such as Wayne County Schools Career Center, tend to have lower academic performance. This highlights the need for further investigation into the factors contributing to these disparities and the implementation of strategies to ensure equitable access to high-quality education for all students in the Smithville area.
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