Summary:
The 34741 zip code area in Florida is home to 12 schools, including 9 elementary schools, 1 middle school, 1 high school, and 1 alternative school, all part of the Osceola school district, which is ranked 57 out of 67 districts in the state and has a 1-star rating from SchoolDigger.
Among the standout schools in the area are Renaissance Charter School At Tapestry and Osceola Science Charter School, which significantly outperform the district and state averages on a range of metrics, including test scores, graduation rates, and student-teacher ratios. In contrast, Kissimmee Middle School stands out for its strong performance in specific subject areas, such as Algebra 1 and Biology 1 end-of-course exams.
The data also reveals some concerning trends, such as high chronic absenteeism rates across all schools, ranging from 31.4% to 31.4%, which is significantly higher than the state average. Additionally, there is a wide range in spending per student, from $7,588 at Osceola Science Charter School to $21,110 at New Beginnings Education Center, with no clear correlation between funding and academic outcomes. The high rates of economic disadvantage, as measured by free/reduced lunch eligibility, across the schools also highlight the significant challenges faced by students and families in this community.
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