Summary:
Zip code 70776 is served by a single school, East Iberville Elementary/High School, a unique PK-12 institution in the Iberville Parish district that serves 727 students in a predominantly low-income community, with 73% of students eligible for free or reduced lunch.
This school stands out for its strong student support systems, boasting a very low student-teacher ratio of 8.8:1, a high graduation rate of 91.2% (above the state average of 85%), and a low dropout rate of just 1.4%. Chronic absenteeism is also notably low at 14.8%, compared to the state average of 22.5%. Academically, the school shows a clear strength in English Language Arts (ELA), with 7th-grade proficiency reaching 73%—matching the state average—and End-of-Course English I scores (63%) significantly outpacing the district average (50%). However, the school faces major challenges in other subjects. Overall proficiency in Social Studies is just 39% (state: 55%), and in Mathematics it is 43% (state: 62%). A particularly sharp decline occurs in middle school math, where 8th-grade proficiency drops to only 29% compared to 52% statewide.
A key takeaway is the school's "alternative" classification, which is misleading given its comprehensive PK-12 structure and strong attendance and graduation metrics. The school excels at keeping students engaged and on track to graduate, but its academic performance is uneven. While ELA is a relative bright spot, significant gaps exist in Math, Science, and Social Studies. A notable positive outlier is a 19-point jump in Algebra I proficiency from 42% to 61% between school years, suggesting targeted improvements are possible. For parents, this school offers a supportive, small-class environment with a strong focus on student retention, but they should be aware of the need for extra support in STEM and social studies subjects.
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