Summary:
The 70809 zip code area of Baton Rouge, Louisiana is home to two elementary schools: Jefferson Terrace Academy and Westminster Elementary School. These schools serve students in the East Baton Rouge Parish district.
Based on the available data, Westminster Elementary School appears to be the stronger performing school of the two. It has higher test scores across both math and English language arts compared to Jefferson Terrace Academy, with proficiency rates often exceeding the district and state averages. Westminster also has a lower chronic absenteeism rate. In contrast, Jefferson Terrace Academy has struggled academically, with test scores well below the district and state averages, and has received low statewide rankings and ratings.
Both schools serve a high percentage of economically disadvantaged students, with over 65% of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch. However, the stark performance gap between the two schools is noteworthy, as Westminster Elementary consistently outperforms Jefferson Terrace Academy on standardized tests despite serving a similarly disadvantaged student population. The high chronic absenteeism rates at both schools, nearly a quarter of students, likely contribute to the academic challenges faced by these schools and may require targeted interventions to address.
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