Summary:
The 64802 zip code area of Joplin, Missouri is home to three middle schools - East Middle, South Middle, and North Middle - all part of the Joplin Schools district.
Among the three, South Middle stands out as the top performer, with the highest statewide ranking, strongest proficiency rates across most subjects, and the lowest percentage of free/reduced lunch recipients. In contrast, North Middle appears to be the weakest performer, with lower proficiency rates and a higher percentage of students receiving free/reduced lunch.
Interestingly, all three schools have exceptionally high Algebra I end-of-course proficiency rates, far exceeding the district and state averages. However, the schools share a concerning issue of high chronic absenteeism rates, which may be contributing to the overall academic performance differences. Addressing attendance and understanding the factors behind the performance gap between the schools could be valuable areas of focus for the Joplin Schools district.
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