Summary:
The Sioux Falls School District 49-5 in South Dakota is home to 6 high schools, serving students in grades 9-12. The district's high schools vary significantly in their academic performance, with Lincoln High School consistently ranking among the top schools in the state, while other schools like Washington High School and Roosevelt High School lag behind.
Lincoln High School stands out with its 5-star rating, impressive test scores, high graduation rate, and relatively low free/reduced lunch rate. In contrast, Jefferson High School, ranked 45th in the state, also performs well with strong English Language Arts scores and a high graduation rate. The district-wide graduation rate of 86.4% and dropout rate of 2.6% are consistent across all high schools, indicating a focus on student success.
The data also reveals a correlation between socioeconomic factors and school performance, with schools like Washington High School and Jefferson High School, which have higher free/reduced lunch rates, tending to have lower test scores and rankings. Additionally, the district includes two specialized schools, Community Campus and Structured Teaching, which serve a smaller number of students and have significantly lower test scores compared to the larger comprehensive high schools.
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