Summary:
In zip code 33860, there is one high school, Mulberry Senior High School, serving grades 9 through 12 in Mulberry, Florida, with a total enrollment of 1,451 students.
Mulberry Senior High School presents a mixed picture for parents. On the positive side, the school boasts a strong graduation rate of 93.7%, which is above both the state average and the Polk district average. It also shows relative strength in US History, with 71% of students proficient, and Biology, with 62% proficient. However, the school faces significant challenges. Chronic absenteeism is a major concern, affecting nearly half of the student body (49.7%), which is far higher than the state average. Academic proficiency in core subjects is low, particularly in math, where only 20% of students are proficient in Algebra 1 and 26% in Geometry. The school has a 2-star rating and ranks in the 30th percentile statewide. With 69.4% of students eligible for free or reduced lunch, the school serves a predominantly low-income population, and its student-teacher ratio of 22.6:1 indicates larger class sizes.
The most notable finding is the paradox between the high graduation rate and the low academic proficiency, especially in math. This suggests that while students are completing graduation requirements, many may not be mastering foundational skills. The high rate of chronic absenteeism is likely a key driver of the low test scores, creating a challenging environment for learning. The school's performance varies by subject, with social studies and science being relative bright spots compared to math and 9th-grade English. While the school achieves a high graduation rate despite significant headwinds, parents should be aware that there is substantial room for improvement in core academic skills.
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