Summary:
The 19801 zip code area of Wilmington, Delaware is home to 7 schools, including 3 elementary schools, 3 high schools, and 1 alternative school. The data reveals a mix of high-performing and struggling schools in the region, highlighting the importance of school choice and the impact of charter schools on educational outcomes.
The standout school in the area is First State Montessori Academy, a public charter elementary/middle school that consistently outperforms the state average on standardized tests, with 65-69% of students proficient or better in English Language Arts and 40-52% proficient or better in Mathematics. In contrast, Kuumba Academy Charter School and The Bancroft School struggle academically, with proficiency rates significantly lower than the top-performing school.
The data also highlights concerning trends across the schools, such as high chronic absenteeism rates (20.4%) and lower-than-average graduation rates at Howard High School of Technology and Freire Charter School. These findings suggest a need for targeted interventions and support to address the educational challenges faced by students in the 19801 zip code area.
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