Summary:
The 62010 zip code area is home to two elementary schools: Bethalto East Primary School and Parkside Primary School, both part of the Bethalto CUSD 8 district. While the schools serve different grade levels, they share some notable similarities and differences in their performance and student demographics.
Both Bethalto East Primary and Parkside Primary have alarmingly high chronic absenteeism rates, significantly exceeding the state average. Bethalto East Primary has a higher percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch at 55.65%, compared to 48.38% at Parkside Primary. In terms of spending, Bethalto East Primary spends more per student at $14,328, while Parkside Primary spends $12,487 per student. Interestingly, Parkside Primary outperforms the district and state averages in both English Language Arts and Mathematics, suggesting it may be a relative standout in the area.
The data reveals socioeconomic differences between the two schools, which may contribute to the variations in academic performance and resource allocation. Additionally, the absence of test score data for Bethalto East Primary School limits the ability to make a comprehensive comparison between the two institutions. Overall, the analysis of these elementary schools in the 62010 zip code highlights the need for further investigation into the factors driving the high chronic absenteeism rates and the potential best practices that could be replicated to improve educational outcomes across the district.
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