Summary:
The 62656 zip code area is home to 8 schools, including 6 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school, serving students from preschool through 12th grade. The data reveals a mix of high-performing and lower-performing schools, with Chester-East Lincoln Elementary School and Central Elementary School standing out as the top performers in the area.
The data shows significant disparities in academic performance across the schools. Chester-East Lincoln Elementary School has the highest proficiency rates in English Language Arts (73%) and Mathematics (48.9%), while other schools, such as Washington-Monroe Elementary School and Northwest Elementary School, have lower proficiency rates. These performance gaps suggest the need for targeted interventions and resource allocation to address the underlying factors contributing to the disparities.
Across the district, the data also reveals high rates of free and reduced-price lunch recipients and chronic absenteeism, indicating that many students face socioeconomic challenges that may impact their academic performance. Additionally, the lower proficiency rates at the high school level, particularly in Mathematics and Science, suggest that students may not be adequately prepared for the academic rigor of high school. Strengthening the feeder elementary and middle schools could help improve high school readiness and overall student outcomes in the 62656 zip code area.
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