Summary:
This analysis covers the six elementary schools (grades K-5) within the Kelso School District in Washington, revealing a mix of high-performing and struggling schools that closely correspond to economic need.
For parents, the standout school is Rose Valley Elementary, which ranks highest in the district and exceeds state averages in all subjects, with exceptional 3rd-grade math scores. Carrolls Elementary and the large Lexington Elementary also perform above state averages in key subjects. In contrast, Wallace Elementary faces the greatest challenges, with the district's lowest test scores and ranking.
A clear pattern emerges where schools with lower rates of students qualifying for free/reduced lunch, like Rose Valley and Carrolls, achieve higher rankings, while those with the highest rates, like Wallace and Barnes Elementary, rank lower. Notably, Barnes has shown significant recent improvement. A key finding across all schools is that strong 3rd-grade results often decline in 4th and 5th grades, indicating a district-wide opportunity to help students maintain their early academic progress.
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