Summary:
The 62914 zip code area is home to two schools, Cairo Elementary School and Cairo Junior/Senior High School, both part of the Cairo Unified School District 1. Unfortunately, the data paints a concerning picture, as both schools consistently underperform compared to state averages across a range of key metrics.
Academically, Cairo Elementary School has very low proficiency rates in English Language Arts (12.9%) and Mathematics (5.7%), far below the state averages of 53.1% and 38.5%, respectively. The situation is even more dire at Cairo Junior/Senior High School, where only 2.1% of students are proficient or better in both subjects. The schools also struggle with high chronic absenteeism rates of 25.4%, significantly higher than the state average.
Socioeconomic factors likely play a significant role in the schools' challenges, with both having a very high percentage of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch, over 97% in both cases. Despite the relatively high per-student spending, the schools continue to underperform, suggesting that simply allocating more resources may not be the sole solution. Addressing the systemic issues within the district will require a comprehensive, multi-faceted approach to support the students and improve educational outcomes.
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