Summary:
The 43554 zip code area is home to two schools - North Central Elementary School and North Central Junior/High School, both part of the North Central Local District. While North Central Elementary has consistently ranked in the top half of Ohio elementary schools, North Central Junior/High has struggled, ranking in the middle tier of Ohio high schools.
North Central Elementary stands out for its strong performance on state math tests, with 3rd-6th grade proficiency rates exceeding the state average. However, the school faces challenges with a relatively high chronic absenteeism rate of 17.1%. In contrast, North Central Junior/High boasts an impressive 93.1% four-year graduation rate, well above the state average, and standout performance on American History and Science end-of-course exams. Yet, the school lags the state averages in English Language Arts and Geometry proficiency.
Both schools face significant resource challenges, with North Central Junior/High having an extremely high 98.75% of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch. Additionally, both schools struggle with high chronic absenteeism rates, which can negatively impact student learning and achievement. The data suggests the district may need to focus on targeted interventions and resource allocation to support student success across these two schools.
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