Summary:
In zip code 70517, there is one high school, Breaux Bridge High School, serving grades 9 through 12 in the Breaux Bridge area of Louisiana.
Breaux Bridge High School is a high-poverty school, with nearly 80% of its 690 students eligible for free or reduced lunch, and it faces significant challenges. The school's state ranking has declined sharply over the past three years, dropping from the 38th percentile to the 18th percentile. Test scores in core subjects like Algebra I (35% proficient), Geometry (26%), and U.S. History (31%) are well below both the St. Martin Parish district and state averages. A major concern is the chronic absenteeism rate of 34.2%, which is significantly higher than the district's 26.4% and the state's 22.5%, and is likely a root cause of low academic performance. The dropout rate of 4.8% is also nearly double the district average.
Despite these struggles, there are a few notable points. The school's graduation rate of 81.1% is only slightly below the district and state averages, creating a paradox where many students graduate despite low test proficiency. Additionally, the school shows a relative strength in English II, with 53% proficiency, nearly matching the district average. The school also saw a positive one-year jump in Algebra I scores, though other subjects showed volatility. Overall, Breaux Bridge High School is under significant pressure and requires targeted interventions to address absenteeism and improve academic outcomes.
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