Summary:
Zip code 72010 in Bald Knob, Arkansas, is home to three public schools in the Bald Knob School District, serving 1,059 students from pre-kindergarten through 12th grade in a community where over half of students qualify for free or reduced lunch.
Bald Knob High School stands out as the district's top performer, earning a 3-star rating and ranking in the 52nd percentile statewide—a significant improvement from the previous year. It boasts a strong 93.6% graduation rate, well above the state average, and benefits from an exceptionally low student-teacher ratio of 5.8:1. In contrast, H.L. Lubker Elementary School faces the greatest challenges, with the highest poverty rate (66% free/reduced lunch) and the lowest state ranking (39th percentile). However, it excels in 4th-grade math, where 61.2% of students are proficient—14 points above the state average. Bald Knob Middle School shines in advanced math, with 80% of its 8th graders proficient in Algebra, significantly outpacing the state.
A key takeaway is the district's stark contrast between math and science performance. While math proficiency at the elementary and middle schools meets or exceeds state averages, science scores lag across all levels, with a dramatic 31.6-point deficit in high school Biology proficiency (11.1% vs. 42.7% statewide). Additionally, 9th graders at the high school show strong ELA and reading skills, but performance drops sharply by 10th grade, suggesting a need for sustained support. Overall, the district shows promise in math and high school graduation, but must address science instruction and the achievement gap tied to economic disparities.
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