Summary:
The 72143 zip code area is home to 8 schools, including 3 elementary schools, 3 middle schools, and 2 high schools, all part of the Searcy School District or the Riverview School District. The data reveals a mix of high-performing and lower-performing schools, with Westside Elementary School, Ahlf Junior High School, and Searcy High School standing out as the top-performing institutions in the area.
The data shows a clear correlation between a school's socioeconomic status, as measured by free and reduced lunch rates, and its academic performance. Schools with higher poverty rates, such as Sidney Deener Elementary School and Riverview Junior High School, tend to have lower proficiency rates across subject areas. Interestingly, per-student spending does not necessarily translate to better outcomes, as the highest-spending school, Riverview High School, is not the top performer in the data set.
Overall, the schools in the 72143 zip code area exhibit a range of academic performance, with the Searcy School District schools generally outperforming the Riverview School District schools. The data highlights the importance of considering multiple factors, such as test scores, school rankings, student demographics, and resource allocation, when evaluating the quality of a school and making informed decisions about educational options in the area.
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