Summary:
The city of Wellston, Ohio is home to 4 schools serving grades K-12, including 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school. While the schools in this district have some areas of strength, the data reveals concerning trends around chronic absenteeism and potential equity issues that warrant further investigation.
Among the Wellston schools, Wellston Middle School stands out as the highest-performing, ranking 521 out of 1,048 Ohio middle schools and earning a 3-out-of-5-star rating from SchoolDigger. The middle school outperformed the Wellston City and Ohio state averages on several state test proficiency metrics. In contrast, the elementary and high schools had more mixed academic performance, with chronic absenteeism rates ranging from 24.6% to 33.8% across the district.
Another area of concern is the racial makeup of the Wellston schools, which are predominantly white, ranging from 96.01% to 97.26% white students. This lack of diversity may indicate unequal access or opportunities for students of color. Additionally, per-student spending varies across the schools, from $11,462 at Wellston Intermediate School to $14,080 at Wellston High School, which could be impacting the quality of education and student outcomes. Overall, the Wellston school district has room for improvement, particularly in addressing chronic absenteeism and ensuring equitable access and resources for all students.
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