Summary:
The 73541 zip code is home to a single middle school, Fletcher Junior High School, which serves grades 6-8. The school faces several challenges, including a declining statewide ranking, academic performance concerns, and high poverty levels among its student population.
Fletcher Junior High School has a rating of 2 out of 5 stars from SchoolDigger and its statewide ranking has fluctuated over the years, ranging from 190 out of 297 middle schools in 2014-2015 to 211 out of 369 in 2024-2025. The school's academic performance is mixed, with only 7-24% of students proficient or better in English Language Arts and 4-10% proficient or better in Mathematics across different grade levels. However, the school's science performance is stronger, with 39% of 8th-grade students proficient or better.
The school serves a predominantly low-income student population, with 56.34% of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch. Despite the high spending per student of $9,823, the school's academic outcomes suggest that the resources may not be effectively translating into improved student performance. The school may need to implement targeted interventions and strategies to address these challenges and improve student outcomes.
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