Summary:
The 89431 zip code area in Nevada is home to 12 schools, including 8 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 2 high schools, all part of the Washoe County School District. While the district is ranked 4th out of 12 in the state and has a 4-star rating, the schools in this zip code area display a wide range of academic performance, with some standout schools and others underperforming.
Florence Drake Elementary is a standout, ranking 39th out of 379 Nevada elementary schools and earning a 5-star rating. It significantly outperforms the district and state averages in math, reading, and science proficiency. Other high-performing schools include Alice Maxwell Elementary and Lena Juniper Elementary, both of which have above-average proficiency rates in math and reading. In contrast, Procter R. Hug High School and Sparks High School have low rankings and proficiency rates compared to the district and state.
The data also reveals some concerning trends, such as a high chronic absenteeism rate of 26.6% across all schools, significantly above the state average. Additionally, most schools have 100% of their students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch, indicating a high level of economic disadvantage in the area. While the variation in spending per student suggests that simply increasing funding may not be enough, the presence of a high-performing school like Florence Drake Elementary shows that it is possible for schools to achieve strong results, even in challenging socioeconomic contexts, with the right strategies and resources in place.
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