Summary:
The city of Willow Wood, Ohio is home to two schools: Symmes Valley Elementary School and Symmes Valley High School, both part of the Symmes Valley Local district. While the elementary school stands out as a high-performing institution, the data reveals a significant performance gap between the two schools.
Symmes Valley Elementary School consistently outperforms the state average on standardized tests, with 80.6% proficiency in 8th grade science and 89.6% proficiency in 4th grade math, compared to state averages of 64% and 66.8% respectively. The elementary school also boasts a lower chronic absenteeism rate of 22.9% compared to 28.6% at the high school. In contrast, Symmes Valley High School lags behind, with lower test scores and a higher chronic absenteeism rate, as well as a lower statewide ranking, placing 650th out of 867 Ohio high schools.
Both schools have a predominantly white student population, with over 97% of students identifying as white. While the high school maintains a strong 96.7% four-year graduation rate, the data suggests an imbalance in resource allocation, with the high school spending $10,816 per student compared to $9,157 per student at the elementary school. This disparity, along with the significant performance gap between the two schools, warrants further investigation to ensure all students in Willow Wood receive a high-quality education.
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