Summary:
The 63830 zip code area is home to 4 schools, including 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school, all of which face significant academic and socioeconomic challenges. While Pemiscot County R-III Elementary stands out with relatively stronger performance, the overall test scores across the schools are well below state averages, and chronic absenteeism rates are alarmingly high.
The data reveals that all 4 schools in the 63830 zip code have extremely high free/reduced lunch rates, ranging from 97.9% to 100%, indicating a high level of economic disadvantage among the student population. This is likely a significant factor contributing to the consistently low academic performance seen across the schools, with test scores in subjects like 3rd grade math and 7th grade English Language Arts falling far short of state averages. However, Pemiscot County R-III Elementary stands out, with 69.4% of 7th graders proficient or better in ELA, compared to the Missouri state average of 39.4%.
Chronic absenteeism is a major concern, with all 4 schools reporting rates ranging from 16.3% to 19.4%, significantly higher than the state average. This issue, combined with the economic challenges facing the student population, suggests a need for targeted interventions and resources to support student success in the 63830 zip code area. While the overall picture is concerning, the relative success of Pemiscot County R-III Elementary provides a potential model for improving outcomes at the other schools in the region, which are served by the Caruthersville 18 and Pemiscot County R-III school districts.
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