Summary:
The 70807 zip code area of Baton Rouge, Louisiana is home to 8 schools, including 5 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 1 high school. These schools serve a predominantly low-income student population, with free/reduced lunch rates ranging from 76% to 97%. While the area faces challenges with chronic absenteeism and disparities in academic performance, a few schools stand out for their strong results.
Scotlandville Pre-Engineering Academy, a public magnet middle school, consistently ranks among the top 200-250 middle schools in Louisiana and has an impressive 83% proficiency rate in Algebra I, far exceeding the district and state averages. Progress Elementary School also shows solid academic performance, with 44-64% of students proficient in math and English language arts, outpacing the district and state. While Crestworth Elementary School is ranked in the middle, it has some bright spots, including 72% proficiency in 4th grade English language arts and 90% proficiency in 4th grade math.
The data reveals significant disparities in academic achievement, with the schools in this area generally underperforming the East Baton Rouge Parish and state averages. Chronic absenteeism is also a major issue, with all schools in the data set reporting rates around 25%. Addressing these challenges, while leveraging the strengths of standout schools like Scotlandville Pre-Engineering Academy, will be crucial for improving educational outcomes in this community.
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