Summary:
Zip code 70522 is home to a single school, Centerville High School, an alternative school serving grades PK through 12 within the St. Mary Parish school district, which holds a 3-star rating and ranks 52nd out of 116 districts in the state.
Centerville High School stands out as a unique institution that successfully keeps students on track to graduate, despite serving a high-needs population where 74% of students qualify for free or reduced lunch. The school boasts an exceptionally high graduation rate of 94.9% and an impressively low dropout rate of just 0.6%, far better than state averages. This success is likely supported by a favorable student-teacher ratio of 10.1, allowing for more individualized attention. However, the school faces a significant challenge with chronic absenteeism at 25.7%, which is higher than both district and state averages and likely impacts academic performance.
Academically, the school shows mixed results. Math proficiency (66%) is above the state average (62%), with particular strength in 6th and 8th grade math. English I end-of-course scores (72%) also exceed state and district averages. However, the school struggles in Social Studies (48% vs. 55% state) and on upper-level end-of-course exams, with Geometry (36%), English II (35%), and Biology (47%) all falling well below state averages. A concerning year-over-year decline in several end-of-course exams, especially the dramatic drop in English II from 64% to 35%, warrants attention. Overall, Centerville High School appears effective at keeping students engaged through graduation, but reducing chronic absenteeism and improving performance in advanced subjects remain key areas for growth.
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