Summary:
The 38915 zip code in Mississippi is home to a single elementary school, Bruce Elementary School, which serves students from prekindergarten through 4th grade. This school has consistently performed in the top 50% of Mississippi elementary schools over the past three years, earning a 3-star rating from SchoolDigger.
Bruce Elementary School's academic performance is mixed, with 4th grade students exceeding the state averages in both English Language Arts (60.3% proficient vs. 52.1% state) and Mathematics (66.6% proficient vs. 56.6% state), while 3rd grade students fell slightly below the state averages in these subjects. The school serves a high-needs population, with 66.56% of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch, but maintains a low student-teacher ratio of 10.2, suggesting smaller class sizes and more personalized attention for students.
Overall, Calhoun County School District's Bruce Elementary School appears to be a relatively strong-performing school within its district, with some areas of academic excellence and a focus on supporting a high-needs student population. The school's consistent 3-star rating and stronger 4th grade outcomes indicate a level of stability and academic progress, despite the challenges of serving a predominantly economically disadvantaged community.
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