Research Goal

I'm working on creating a prompt that connects student attendance and state test scores for Marlinton Elementary School in West Virginia. This will involve analyzing the school's performance in language arts, mathematics, and science over the last four academic years (2020-2021 to 2023-2024).

Initial Approach

My first step is to gather official data on Marlinton Elementary's attendance and state test scores. I'll be looking for this information on West Virginia Department of Education websites or official school/district sites. In parallel, I'll research the general correlation between student attendance and academic performance, with a focus on elementary schools and rural settings like West Virginia.

Next Steps

Once I have collected the necessary data and research, I will analyze the trends in both attendance and test scores at Marlinton Elementary. I'll then look for any potential relationships between these factors, using the broader research as a guide. Finally, I will synthesize all this information to construct the requested prompt.