Summary:
The city of Lake, Mississippi is home to three public schools serving students from elementary through high school: Lake Elementary School, Lake Middle School, and Lake High School. These schools are part of the Scott County School District and serve a high-need student population, with all three schools reporting a 100% free/reduced lunch rate.
Among the standout schools in the district, Lake Elementary School consistently ranks in the top 25% of Mississippi elementary schools and has earned a 4-star rating from SchoolDigger. The school significantly outperforms the district and state averages in 3rd and 4th grade MAAP English Language Arts and Mathematics assessments. Similarly, Lake Middle School has been ranked in the top 25% of Mississippi middle schools for the past two years and excels in MAAP Algebra I, with proficiency rates far surpassing the district and state.
While the schools in Lake demonstrate academic excellence, they also face challenges, such as high chronic absenteeism rates of 23.9% across all three campuses. This is an area that will require focused attention and intervention to improve student attendance and engagement. Overall, the data provides valuable insights into the strengths and areas for improvement within the Lake school system, which is effectively targeting resources and support to serve its high-need student population.
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