Summary:
The 28394 zip code area is home to two schools - STARS Charter, an alternative public charter school serving grades K-12, and Vass-Lakeview Elementary, a traditional public elementary school serving grades PK-5. While both schools perform above the state average, STARS Charter stands out as an exceptional institution, with consistently high test scores, an impressive 87.7% four-year graduation rate, and a relatively low student-teacher ratio of 15.8.
STARS Charter boasts impressive academic achievements, with 92.4% of 7th graders proficient or better in math, compared to the state average of 53.5%. In contrast, Vass-Lakeview Elementary, while a solid performing school with a 4-star rating from SchoolDigger, does not reach the same level of excellence as its charter school counterpart. The school's 44.14% free/reduced lunch rate is also higher than the state average, indicating a more economically disadvantaged student population.
The data highlights the diversity of school performance within a single zip code area. While both STARS Charter and Vass-Lakeview Elementary are located in the 28394 zip code, they have very different profiles and outcomes. Families in this area have access to a high-performing charter school option in STARS Charter, but may face more limited choices for traditional public elementary and secondary education in the immediate vicinity.
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