Best Public Schools in Zip Code 67422

The 67422 zip code is home to two schools: Bennington Elementary and Bennington Junior High/High School, both part of the Twin Valley school district. While Bennington Elementary stands out as the stronger performer, the data reveals both schools face challenges in academic achievement and attendance.

Bennington Elementary consistently outperforms the district and state averages in English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science proficiency, earning a 4-star rating from SchoolDigger in recent years. In contrast, Bennington Junior High/High School has struggled academically, with proficiency rates often lagging behind the district and state, and a fluctuating 2- to 3-star SchoolDigger rating.

Both schools face high chronic absenteeism rates, around 19.5%, which may be impacting overall academic achievement. Additionally, a significant percentage of students, around 45-46%, receive free or reduced-price lunch, highlighting the need to consider socioeconomic factors and ensure equitable access to resources and support. While the schools have similar per-student spending and student-teacher ratios, the performance differences suggest that factors beyond just funding and staffing levels may be contributing to the disparities between the two schools.