Summary:
The city of Morgantown, Kentucky is home to 5 schools serving students from elementary through high school, including 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 2 high schools. The data reveals a mix of standout and underperforming schools in the area, with North Butler Elementary emerging as the top performer and Butler County Middle School and Morgantown Elementary showing declining performance in recent years.
North Butler Elementary stands out with the highest proficiency rates on state assessments, including 60% of 5th graders proficient or better in reading, 47% in math, and 45% in social studies. In contrast, Morgantown Elementary and Butler County Middle have seen their statewide rankings and SchoolDigger ratings decline, indicating a need for improvement. The data also reveals significant performance gaps between the schools and district/state averages, particularly in math and reading.
The Butler County school district serves a diverse student population, with free and reduced-price lunch rates ranging from 54% at Butler County High School to 100% at the small Butler County Learning Center. This suggests that many students come from economically disadvantaged backgrounds, which can impact academic performance. The district may need to examine how resources are allocated across the different schools to ensure equity and support student success.
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