Summary:
The Ipswich Public School District 22-6 in South Dakota is home to 4 elementary schools, serving students from grades K-8. The data reveals stark differences in academic performance among these schools, with a few standouts and others struggling to keep up.
Pembrook Colony Elementary - 06 is the clear standout, ranking 3rd out of 300 South Dakota elementary schools and earning a 5-star rating from SchoolDigger. With exceptional test scores, including 100% proficiency in both English Language Arts and Mathematics across multiple grade levels, Pembrook Colony is a shining example of academic excellence. Ipswich Elementary - 02 also performs well, ranking 12th in the state and outpacing the district and state averages in both ELA and Math proficiency.
In contrast, Rosette Colony Elementary - 03 and Deerfield Colony Elementary - 05 struggle with significantly lower test scores, with some grade levels reporting 0% proficiency. The district-wide chronic absenteeism rate of 20.2% is also a concern, and the variations in spending per student and student-teacher ratios across the schools may be contributing factors to the performance disparities. The district should investigate the underlying causes and implement strategies to support the lower-performing schools and address the chronic absenteeism issue.
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