Summary:
The 83201 zip code area of Pocatello, Idaho is home to 13 schools, including 8 elementary schools, 3 middle schools, and 2 high schools. This diverse set of schools serves a wide range of students, with varying levels of academic performance and socioeconomic backgrounds.
Among the standout schools in the area are Edahow Elementary School, which ranks 8th out of 252 Idaho elementary schools and has exceptional test scores, and Gate City Elementary School, which ranks 55th and also has strong academic performance. At the middle school level, Franklin Middle School stands out, ranking 12th out of 107 Idaho middle schools with impressive test scores. However, the data also reveals stark differences in performance, with some schools struggling to meet district and state averages.
Across the schools, there appears to be a correlation between socioeconomic status, as measured by free/reduced lunch rates, and academic performance. Additionally, chronic absenteeism rates vary significantly, with some schools, particularly the middle schools, facing high levels of chronic absenteeism, which can impact student learning. The data also highlights the unique challenges faced by the area's alternative high school, New Horizon High School, which has the lowest statewide ranking and performance metrics compared to the other high school, Highland High School.
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