Summary:
The 46312 zip code of East Chicago, Indiana is home to 9 schools, including 7 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school. While the overall district performance is concerning, with schools consistently underperforming compared to state averages, a few standout schools in the area are worth noting.
The East Chicago Urban Enterprise Academy, a public charter elementary/middle school, has the highest performance on ILEARN English Language Arts and Math assessments in the district, with 29.55% of 3rd graders proficient in ELA compared to the district average of 13.46%. The school also maintains a relatively low chronic absenteeism rate of 17.8%. As the only high school in the data set, East Chicago Central High School stands out, with a respectable 88.4% four-year graduation rate.
However, the majority of schools in the 46312 zip code struggle with low academic performance, with proficiency rates ranging from 3.35% to 56.82% across different grade levels and subjects. The district as a whole is ranked 343 out of 380 in the state, and all schools have a chronic absenteeism rate of 17.8%, significantly higher than the state average. This highlights the need for targeted interventions and support to address the educational challenges faced by this community.
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