Summary:
The Derby School District in Vermont has only one elementary school, Derby Elementary School, which serves students from pre-kindergarten through 6th grade. The school is currently ranked 93 out of 137 Vermont elementary schools and has a 2-star rating from SchoolDigger, indicating it is struggling academically compared to other schools in the state.
Derby Elementary School's performance has declined over the past few years, dropping from a rank of 90 out of 113 schools in 2022-2023 to 104 out of 133 schools in 2023-2024. The school has a high chronic absenteeism rate of 16.1%, which is likely contributing to its academic challenges. While 5th and 6th grade English Language Arts (ELA) proficiency is above the state average, 3rd grade ELA proficiency is only 32.14%, well below the state average of 61% for 4th grade. Math proficiency is also generally lower than the state average, with only 6th grade math at 49.12% proficient compared to 48.11% statewide.
Despite these challenges, Derby Elementary School does have some positive attributes, such as a relatively low student-teacher ratio of 11.4 and per-student spending of $8,699, which is below the state average. The school also serves a high-need student population, with 64.12% of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch. Addressing the school's academic struggles and high chronic absenteeism rate will be crucial to improving student outcomes and ensuring that all children in the Derby School District have access to a quality education.
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