Summary:
Martins Ferry City, Ohio is home to a single elementary school, Anna Marie Ayers Elementary School, which serves students from pre-kindergarten through 4th grade. The school's performance has seen some fluctuations in recent years, with its statewide ranking dropping from 643 out of 1,577 Ohio elementary schools in 2023-2024 to 809 out of 1,596 in 2022-2023, accompanied by a decline in its star rating from 3 to 2.
Academically, Anna Marie Ayers Elementary has shown mixed results. While the school's 3rd-grade math and English Language Arts proficiency rates exceed the Martins Ferry City and Ohio state averages, its 4th-grade proficiency rates in these subjects are lower than the district and state. Additionally, the school faces challenges with a high chronic absenteeism rate of 27.7%, which is significantly higher than the state average and may be contributing to its declining performance.
Socioeconomic factors also play a role, as 65.84% of the school's students are eligible for free or reduced-price lunch, indicating a need for additional support and resources to address the educational needs of the student population. The school's spending per student of $8,131 and a student-teacher ratio of 18.8 suggest areas where targeted investments could potentially improve student outcomes. Overall, while Anna Marie Ayers Elementary has some strengths, the data highlights opportunities for the school and district to focus on improving attendance, academic performance, and supporting the diverse needs of its students.
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