Summary:
The 73075 zip code area is home to two elementary schools: Pauls Valley Elementary School and Whitebead Public School. These schools serve a relatively low-income student population, with a high percentage of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch.
Pauls Valley Elementary School has shown significant improvement in recent years, going from a 1-star school in 2014-2015 to a 4-star school in 2024-2025. The school now outperforms the state average in English Language Arts and Mathematics proficiency for all grades and 3rd grade. However, it still faces challenges with a high chronic absenteeism rate of 19%. In contrast, Whitebead Public School has experienced a decline in its statewide ranking, dropping from 180 out of 411 schools in 2018-2019 to 310 out of 646 schools in 2020-2021. While the school outperforms the state average in Science proficiency, it underperforms in English Language Arts and Mathematics.
Both Pauls Valley and Whitebead elementary schools face similar challenges, with high rates of chronic absenteeism and a need to address the socioeconomic factors that may be impacting student learning and achievement. Addressing these issues and ensuring equitable access to resources and support may be crucial for improving educational outcomes in this area.
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