Summary:
There is only one middle school located in the 45805 zip code - Lima West Middle School. This school serves students in grades 6-8 and is part of the Lima City school district. The data reveals that Lima West Middle School is performing significantly below state averages across most academic subjects, with particularly low proficiency rates in math and science.
Despite having a relatively low student-teacher ratio of 6.7 to 1, the school has a very high chronic absenteeism rate of over 50%, which likely contributes to the poor academic outcomes. In 8th grade science, only 23.4% of students scored proficient or better, compared to the state average of 62.1%. In 7th and 8th grade math, only 15.5% and 3.2% of students scored proficient or better, respectively, compared to state averages of 49% and 46.3%. The school's performance in English Language Arts is also well below state benchmarks.
Overall, the data paints a concerning picture of Lima West Middle School's academic performance and student engagement, with significant room for improvement across multiple areas. Further analysis and targeted interventions may be necessary to help the school better serve its students and community.
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