Summary:
The 66415 zip code is home to two schools: Centralia Elementary and Centralia High, both part of the Vermillion district. Centralia Elementary stands out as a high-performing school, consistently ranking among the top 10% of elementary schools in Kansas, while Centralia High has room for improvement in its academic performance.
Centralia Elementary boasts impressive test scores, with 74.72% of students proficient or better in math, significantly higher than the district and state averages. The school also maintains a 5-star rating from SchoolDigger and has a lower chronic absenteeism rate compared to the state. In contrast, Centralia High's statewide ranking has fluctuated between 123rd and 217th out of 332 Kansas high schools over the past three years, though it still maintains a 3-star rating and has a strong graduation rate and low dropout rate.
Both schools serve a student population with a relatively high percentage of free and reduced lunch recipients, indicating a need to provide additional support and resources for economically disadvantaged students. While Centralia Elementary is a standout performer, Centralia High is still providing a solid education to its students, and the data highlights the importance of considering multiple metrics when evaluating school performance.
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