Summary:
The 65536 zip code area is home to 7 schools, including 5 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school, all part of the Lebanon R-III and Laclede County C-5 school districts. While the schools show a wide range of performance, a few stand out - Lebanon Senior High has a high graduation rate but struggles with test scores, while Joel E. Barber Elementary performs relatively well despite having a very high percentage of students from low-income families.
Across the schools, chronic absenteeism is a significant issue, with all schools reporting rates above the state average. Test scores also vary widely, with some schools exceeding state averages in math and science, while others, like Lebanon Senior High, fall well below. Spending per student ranges from $8,823 at Joel E. Barber Elementary to $12,137 at Joe D. Esther Elementary, but this does not appear to be directly correlated with student outcomes.
The data suggests that factors beyond just student demographics and funding play a role in school performance. While the high-poverty schools face significant challenges, some are still able to achieve relatively strong results. Addressing chronic absenteeism and implementing targeted interventions may be key to improving outcomes across the board for schools in the 65536 zip code area.
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