Summary:
The 67865 zip code is home to two schools: Minneola Elementary and Minneola High, both part of the Minneola school district. While Minneola Elementary is a standout performer, ranking in the top 37% of Kansas elementary schools, Minneola High School is a more average performer, ranking in the middle of the pack statewide.
Minneola Elementary boasts consistently strong test scores, with over 57% of students proficient or better in English Language Arts and 59% in Mathematics, significantly outpacing the state averages. The school also has a relatively low chronic absenteeism rate of 19.5%. In contrast, Minneola High School lags behind the state averages, with only 31.25% of students proficient or better in core subjects. However, the high school maintains a strong 89.5% four-year graduation rate and a low 1.3% dropout rate.
Both schools serve a student population with high rates of free or reduced-price lunch, over 50% at each school, suggesting a relatively low-income community. Despite the performance differences, the schools spend the same amount per student, $14,337, raising questions about the efficient allocation of resources and the factors driving student outcomes. Overall, the data highlights the importance of looking at a range of metrics to understand school performance and student success in this area.
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