Summary:
The 66441 zip code area is home to 9 schools, including 7 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school, all part of the Geary County Schools district. While the district is ranked 106 out of 264 in Kansas with a 3-star rating, several standout schools in the area demonstrate strong academic performance, including Lincoln Elementary, Sheridan Elementary, and Westwood Elementary, all of which have proficiency rates well above the district and state averages in English Language Arts and Mathematics.
On the other hand, some schools, such as Washington Elementary, struggle academically, with proficiency rates significantly below the district and state averages. This disparity in academic performance suggests that factors beyond just district-level resources and policies may be contributing to the differences in student outcomes. Additionally, the consistently high chronic absenteeism rate of 19.5% across all schools is a concerning trend that may be impacting student learning and achievement.
The data also reveals a potential relationship between socioeconomic status and academic performance, with schools having higher percentages of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch tending to have lower proficiency rates. However, the smallest school in the data set, Grandview Elementary, demonstrates strong academic performance, suggesting that smaller school size may be a factor in student success. Overall, the analysis of the schools in the 66441 zip code area highlights both areas of strength and areas for improvement within the Geary County Schools district.
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