Summary:
The 39553 zip code area in Mississippi is home to 6 schools, including 3 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 1 high school, all part of the Pascagoula-Gautier School District. While the district is ranked 44 out of 130 in the state, the schools in this area show a mix of performance, with some standout institutions and others facing challenges.
Gautier High School is the top-performing school in the area, ranked 63 out of 226 Mississippi high schools and earning a 4-star rating from SchoolDigger. The school boasts a 89.4% four-year graduation rate, higher than the district and state averages, and its students excel on MAAP tests, with proficiency rates above the district and state in key subjects. In contrast, the area's elementary schools show more variability, with Gautier Elementary performing well above the district and state on MAAP tests, while the other two elementary schools struggle to meet those benchmarks.
A concerning trend across all schools in the 39553 zip code is the high chronic absenteeism rate of 23.9%, which is higher than the state average. Additionally, all schools in the area have 100% of their students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, indicating a high level of economic disadvantage. While the student-teacher ratios are generally lower than the state average, suggesting smaller class sizes, the district may need to allocate additional resources and support to address the challenges faced by these schools and ensure equitable access to educational opportunities for all students.
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