Summary:
There are four elementary schools serving zip code 46268, all part of the MSD Pike Township district. These schools serve elementary grades and are part of a district that is ranked 292 out of 380 in Indiana with a 1-star rating from SchoolDigger, indicating a challenging environment for student achievement across the board.
When comparing the schools within zip code 46268, New Augusta Public Academy - South stands out for its performance in mathematics, particularly in 4th and 5th grades, where its proficiency rates significantly exceed both the district and state averages. While all schools in the zip code show generally lower proficiency rates than the state average in English Language Arts and Math, New Augusta Public Academy - South demonstrates a notable strength in math compared to Central Elementary School, Eastbrook Elementary School, and College Park Elementary School.
Several common challenges are evident across all four schools. All schools report an identical chronic absenteeism rate of 17.8%, suggesting a systemic issue. Additionally, the free and reduced lunch rates are high, ranging from 72.01% to 77.35%, indicating a large proportion of students come from economically disadvantaged backgrounds. Despite variations in spending per student, the overall academic performance and statewide rankings are similar, with most schools falling in the lower quartile. English Language Arts proficiency is a particular area of concern, with all schools performing below state averages.
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