Summary:
The Jefferson Local district in Ohio contains three schools: Norwood Elementary School, West Jefferson High School, and West Jefferson Middle School. The data shows that Norwood Elementary is the standout performer, consistently ranking in the top 30% of Ohio elementary schools with strong academic results. West Jefferson High School maintains a high graduation rate, but its overall performance is mixed, with some subject areas scoring above the state average and others below.
Norwood Elementary School stands out as the highest-performing school in the district, with students scoring above the state average in Math and English Language Arts. The school has a 4-star rating from SchoolDigger and a lower chronic absenteeism rate compared to the high school and middle school. In contrast, West Jefferson High School is ranked in the bottom 50% of Ohio high schools and has a 2-star rating, despite its high 4-year graduation rate of 93.8%. The high school's performance is mixed, with students performing well on American Government and American History exams but struggling in subjects like Biology and Geometry.
Across the district, the chronic absenteeism rate is higher than the state's target, suggesting a challenge that needs to be addressed. Additionally, the significant difference in free/reduced lunch rates between the elementary/middle schools and the high school may indicate socioeconomic factors that could be impacting student performance and engagement. The district's spending per student is relatively consistent, ranging from $9,710 at West Jefferson Middle School to $10,654 at West Jefferson High School, but further analysis may be needed to understand how these funds are being utilized to support student success.
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