Summary:
The 47904 zip code area of Lafayette, Indiana is home to 5 schools, including 3 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school. The schools in this area serve a diverse student population, with high rates of economic disadvantage as indicated by the free and reduced-price lunch program participation.
Among the standout schools in the area, Vinton Elementary School stands out with the highest proficiency rates in both English Language Arts and Math across all grades, as well as a relatively low chronic absenteeism rate of 17.8%. Murdock Elementary School also performs well, with the second-highest proficiency rates and a 3-star rating from SchoolDigger. The charter school, Paramount School of Excellence Lafayette, shows some strengths in certain grade levels but has more mixed overall performance.
The data reveals significant performance gaps between the schools, particularly in math and science proficiency. Chronic absenteeism rates are high across all schools, ranging from 17.8% to 22.6%, which may be contributing to the overall low academic performance. Per-student spending also varies widely, from $4,417 at Excel Center - Lafayette to $16,158 at Paramount School of Excellence Lafayette, but does not appear to be directly correlated with academic achievement. Addressing these challenges and disparities could be important focus areas for the Lafayette School Corporation and the other districts serving this area.
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