Summary:
The 65608 zip code area is home to 4 schools, including 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school. While the schools serve economically disadvantaged populations, with free/reduced lunch rates ranging from 49.29% to 74.47%, there are some standout performers in the area.
Plainview Elementary, a small school with just 94 students, has impressive test scores, with 92.2% of 6th graders proficient or better in Math, significantly outperforming the state average of 45.5%. The school's low student-teacher ratio of 9.6 likely contributes to its strong academic performance. In contrast, the Ava R-I district, which includes Ava Elementary, Ava Middle, and Ava High, is ranked 117 out of 367 districts in Missouri and rated 3 out of 5 stars by SchoolDigger, indicating room for improvement.
One area of concern across all schools in the 65608 zip code is the relatively high chronic absenteeism rates, ranging from 11.7% at Plainview Elementary to 21.3% at the Ava schools. This issue likely negatively impacts student learning and achievement, and the Ava R-I and Plainview R-VIII districts should investigate the root causes and implement strategies to improve attendance.
Thank you for your feedback!