Summary:
The 44706 zip code area is home to 5 schools, including 3 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school. While the schools in this area serve a diverse student population, the data reveals stark differences in academic performance and school climate metrics.
The standout school in the area is T.C. Knapp Elementary School, which ranks among the top 252 elementary schools in Ohio and boasts exceptional test scores, low chronic absenteeism, and a favorable student-teacher ratio. In contrast, Beacon Academy, a public charter school, is significantly underperforming, with alarmingly low proficiency rates and a chronic absenteeism rate of over 50%. Stark High School also struggles, with a dismal 4-year graduation rate of just 18.9% and proficiency rates well below state averages.
The data suggests a potential correlation between socioeconomic factors, as indicated by free/reduced lunch rates, and academic performance. Schools with higher free/reduced lunch rates, such as Beacon Academy and McGregor Intermediate School, tend to have lower test scores and higher chronic absenteeism. This highlights the importance of addressing socioeconomic disparities and providing additional support to schools serving disadvantaged communities within the Canton Local, Perry Local, Beacon Academy, Canton City, and Stark High School districts.
Thank you for your feedback!