Summary:
The 74957 zip code area is home to 3 schools - 1 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high school - all part of the Smithville school district. While Smithville Elementary School outperforms the state average in English Language Arts and Mathematics, the middle and high schools appear to be struggling, presenting an opportunity for the district to focus on improving outcomes at the secondary level.
The schools in this area face significant challenges, with all three having very high rates of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch, ranging from 71.43% to 85.45%. This suggests a high level of economic disadvantage in the community. Additionally, the schools have concerning chronic absenteeism rates of 19.0%, which may impact student learning and achievement.
Spending per student varies greatly, from $8,849 at Smithville Middle School to $19,289 at Smithville High School, which may contribute to the performance differences observed. While Smithville High School has a higher 4-year graduation rate than the state average, its ranking has dropped in recent years, indicating a potential decline in performance.
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