Loudon County

The Loudon County school district in Tennessee comprises 9 schools, including 5 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, 1 high school, and 1 alternative school. The data reveals a mix of high-performing and struggling schools, with some standouts like North Middle School and Eaton Elementary consistently outperforming the county and state averages on test scores, particularly in mathematics and science. In contrast, Loudon High School struggles with lower proficiency rates, especially in Algebra I and Algebra II.

The data also highlights the importance of factors beyond just funding, as some of the top-performing schools, such as Highland Park Elementary, have lower per-student spending compared to other schools. Additionally, the student-teacher ratios vary across the district, with Steekee Elementary having a 12:1 ratio and North Middle School having a 17.4:1 ratio, suggesting that smaller class sizes may contribute to the success of some schools, but other factors like curriculum, teaching quality, and school leadership also play a significant role.

The data also reveals varying levels of racial diversity among the schools, with some having a predominantly white student population and others being more diverse. The lone alternative school, Greenback School, stands out with significantly lower test scores compared to the other schools, highlighting the unique challenges faced by alternative schools in serving students with diverse needs.