Summary:
The three public schools in zip code 71483 (Winnfield, LA) serve grades PK-12 within the Winn Parish school district, a 2-star district ranked 61st out of 116 parishes in Louisiana.
Winnfield High School is the standout performer in the area, earning a 3-star rating and showing a clear upward trend in its state ranking over the past three years. It is the only school that consistently outperforms state averages in core subjects, particularly excelling in Algebra I (78% vs. 65% state) and English I (74% vs. 66% state). In contrast, Winnfield Primary School is in a state of decline, dropping from a 2-star to a 1-star rating and significantly underperforming the state in all subjects, especially English Language Arts (45% vs. 70% state). Winnfield Middle School shows inconsistent performance, rebounding to a 2-star rating after a drop to 1 star, but struggles with a severe "middle school slump" where 5th-grade math proficiency plummets to 33% from 49% in 4th grade at the primary school.
A critical, systemic issue across all three schools is chronic absenteeism, with rates dramatically higher than the state average of 22.5%. Winnfield High School has the highest rate at 50.1%, yet it remains the top academic performer, suggesting effective interventions. Winnfield Primary School (40.7%) and Winnfield Middle School (39.1%) also face this challenge. While high poverty levels (63-77% free/reduced lunch) are a factor, the high school's lower poverty rate and upward trend contrast with the primary school's decline, indicating that school-specific leadership and resources play a crucial role in outcomes.
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