Summary:
The 55768 zip code area is home to 3 schools, including 1 elementary school and 2 high schools (1 public and 1 public charter). The data reveals a mix of academic performance, with Merritt Elementary standing out as the top-performing school in the area, consistently exceeding district and state averages on MCA-III Math and Reading assessments and ranking in the top 35% of Minnesota elementary schools. In contrast, East Range Academy of Technical-Science struggles academically, with very low proficiency rates in Math and Reading.
Mountain Iron-Buhl Secondary maintains solid graduation and dropout rates, performing above the district average on MCA-III assessments and ranking in the top 50% of Minnesota high schools. The data also reveals significant differences in student demographics, with Merritt Elementary and Mountain Iron-Buhl Secondary serving a relatively higher proportion of economically disadvantaged students compared to East Range Academy of Technical-Science.
The data highlights the importance of considering multiple factors when evaluating school performance, such as academic achievement, student demographics, and school environment. While Merritt Elementary stands out as the top-performing school in the area, the data also suggests the need for targeted interventions and support to address the unique challenges faced by high-need student populations, such as those served by East Range Academy of Technical-Science.
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