Summary:
In zip code 33534 (Gibsonton, FL), there is one middle school, Eisenhower Middle School, serving grades 6 through 8 with a total enrollment of 1,174 students as part of the Hillsborough school district.
Eisenhower Middle School presents a stark contrast in performance. On one hand, it excels in advanced math courses, with 88% of students proficient in Geometry and 66% in Algebra 1, significantly outperforming both district and state averages. On the other hand, the school struggles with core subjects, particularly in standard grade-level math and English Language Arts (ELA). For example, only 19% of 7th graders were proficient in math, and just 38% of 6th graders were proficient in ELA. The school has earned a 1-star rating for three consecutive years, ranking in the 15th percentile statewide. A critical concern is the chronic absenteeism rate of 52.9%, which is nearly 1.7 times the state average and likely a major factor behind the low proficiency in core subjects.
Key metrics show that over half of the student body (54.51%) qualifies for free or reduced lunch, indicating economic challenges. The school spends $9,899 per student, slightly above the national average, but has a relatively high student-teacher ratio of 21.8:1. While the advanced math program is a clear strength, the majority of students are falling behind in foundational skills, and the high absenteeism rate is a systemic issue that needs to be addressed for overall improvement. The school's performance in Civics (53%) and 8th Grade Science (43%) also lags behind state averages.
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