Summary:
The city of Armour, South Dakota is home to 3 schools that serve students from elementary through high school, all part of the Armour School District 21-1. The data reveals a mix of strengths and areas for improvement across the district's schools.
Armour Elementary - 02 stands out with a relatively high 5th grade science proficiency rate and a lower student-teacher ratio, suggesting more individualized attention. In contrast, Armour Middle School - 03 excels in 8th grade math proficiency but has a higher per-student spending compared to the elementary school. Armour High School - 01 had a higher statewide ranking in the past, but has since declined, despite maintaining a low student-teacher ratio.
Across the district, the student population is predominantly white, with smaller percentages of minority students. The free and reduced lunch rates are relatively high, especially at the middle school level, indicating a need to address socioeconomic challenges. The district as a whole is ranked 87 out of 126 in South Dakota and rated 2 out of 5 stars, suggesting room for improvement in educational outcomes for students in Armour.
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