Summary:
The 64503 zip code area of Saint Joseph, Missouri is home to two public elementary schools, Skaith Elementary and Pickett Elementary, both serving grades PK-6. These schools face significant challenges, including high rates of chronic absenteeism and a student population that qualifies for free or reduced-price lunch at a rate of 100%.
While the schools' test scores vary across grade levels and subjects, they tend to lag behind the St. Joseph district and state averages, particularly in mathematics. Skaith Elementary has 424 students and spends $10,612 per student, while Pickett Elementary has 277 students and spends $11,114 per student. Both schools have relatively low student-teacher ratios, with Skaith at 15.5 and Pickett at 11.7.
Despite the challenges, there are some bright spots, such as Pickett Elementary's 3rd-grade mathematics performance exceeding the district and state averages. Addressing the root causes of the high chronic absenteeism rates and implementing targeted interventions to improve academic performance could be crucial in enhancing the educational outcomes for the students in this community.
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