Summary:
Zip code 32130, encompassing De Leon Springs, Florida, is home to a single public elementary school, Louise S. McInnis Elementary School, which serves grades PK through 5 with 358 students as part of the Volusia County school district.
Louise S. McInnis Elementary stands out as a "math school," consistently outperforming both district and state averages in mathematics, particularly with 3rd graders achieving 68% proficiency. However, English Language Arts (ELA) proficiency rates lag behind district and state averages across all grades, indicating a clear area for improvement. A notable bright spot is a dramatic 9-point jump in 5th-grade science proficiency to 58%, nearly matching the state average. The school also excels in student attendance, with a chronic absenteeism rate of 24.6%—significantly lower than the district (34.1%) and state (31.4%)—providing a strong foundation for academic growth.
Despite serving a high-poverty population with nearly 70% of students eligible for free or reduced lunch, the school demonstrates resilience through competitive math scores and low absenteeism. The school's state ranking has remained stable around the 42nd percentile over recent years, and its per-student spending of $12,781 supports a favorable student-teacher ratio of 13.7:1. The primary challenge is translating the school's strong math foundation and improved science performance into better ELA outcomes, making this a school with high potential for continued growth.
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