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Graduation Rates
The state of Indiana has redefined the method for calculating the graduation rate. Based on the new formula, the graduation rate for the class of 2005-2006 at Plymouth High School is 81.3%. 3.4% of the class of 2005-2006 earned a GED diploma, however, under the rules, those students are not counted in the graduation rate. In addition, .4% of the class earned a special education certificate. The completion certificate does not count in the graduation rate. .4% of the students have completed all the courses for graduation, but have not passed the qualifying exam. 2.6% of the class of 2005-2006 are still involved in school. 11.9% of the class of 2005-2006 were drop-outs. The department of education has also provided a breakdown of 2005-2006 graduation rates by sub-groups at Plymouth High School. 89.1% of those students on paid lunch graduated, while only 69.7% on free/reduced lunches graduated. The district is working on a plan to improve graduation rates over time. If we wait until the high school years to intervene, it is too late. This is why our staff is working hard to help all students be at reading level by the end of their 3rd grade year. At other levels, there is a focus on our reading to learn, writing, and problem solving skills.