Summary:
The five public schools in zip code 72012, all part of the Beebe School District, serve approximately 3,392 students from kindergarten through 12th grade in Beebe, Arkansas, a community where the district has earned a solid 4-star rating, ranking 59th out of 251 districts in the state.
The standout performer in the district is Beebe Junior High School, which has achieved a 5-star rating in recent years and boasts a remarkable 100% proficiency rate in Algebra, far exceeding state averages. In contrast, Beebe Middle School (grades 5-6) shows a dip in performance, with scores often falling below state averages in core subjects. However, Beebe High School acts as a turnaround story, with a strong 94.1% graduation rate, a low 1.2% dropout rate, and the best student-teacher ratio in the district at 8.3:1. The elementary schools, Beebe Elementary School and Beebe Early Childhood, serve the youngest students and have the highest rates of economic disadvantage, with over 63% of students qualifying for free or reduced lunch.
A key takeaway is the district's strong "Algebra pipeline," where success at the junior high level continues into high school, with 9th graders achieving 81.6% proficiency in Geometry. Spending per student is relatively consistent across schools, ranging from $9,617 to $11,373, yet academic outcomes vary significantly, suggesting that instructional strategies and school leadership play a crucial role. Parents should note that while the district overall performs above average, the middle school years (grades 5-6) may require additional support, while the junior high and high school offer exceptional academic programs, particularly in advanced math.
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