Summary:
The 72802 zip code area of Arkansas is home to two schools - Russellville High School and Center Valley Elementary School, both part of the Russellville School District. While both schools have strong performance histories, Center Valley Elementary stands out as an exceptional performer, consistently ranking among the top elementary schools in the state and significantly outpacing the district and state averages on academic proficiency measures.
Center Valley Elementary School is ranked 37th out of 495 Arkansas elementary schools for the 2024-2025 school year and has earned a 5-star rating from SchoolDigger. The school's test scores are significantly above the district and state averages across multiple subjects and grade levels, with 63.7% of students proficient or better in English Language Arts, 58.1% in Reading, 58.1% in Math, and 54.4% in Science. In contrast, Russellville High School, while also having a strong ranking and rating history, does not match the consistent top-tier performance of Center Valley Elementary.
Both schools serve student populations with relatively high rates of free/reduced-price lunch eligibility, indicating they are serving economically disadvantaged communities. The spending per student is similar between the two schools, suggesting that factors beyond just funding may be driving the performance differences. Overall, the data paints a picture of two schools serving the 72802 zip code area, with Center Valley Elementary standing out as an exceptional performer, particularly in the elementary grades.
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