Summary:
The 57025 zip code area is home to 3 schools that are part of the Elk Point-Jefferson School District 61-7, including 1 elementary school, 1 middle school, and 1 high school. While the high school stands out as a top performer in the state, the elementary and middle schools show mixed results compared to state averages.
Elk Point-Jefferson High School - 01 is the clear standout, consistently ranking among the top 10-33 high schools in South Dakota and earning a 5-star rating from SchoolDigger. The school boasts impressive test scores, a high graduation rate, and a low dropout rate. In contrast, Elk Point-Jefferson Elementary - 02 and Elk Point-Jefferson Middle School - 03 have mixed performance, with test scores and chronic absenteeism rates that are generally below state averages.
Across the district, the schools serve a relatively affluent student population, with low percentages of free and reduced-price lunch recipients. The high school's exceptional performance, particularly in English Language Arts and Science, is a strength that the district should leverage and potentially share best practices with the lower-performing schools. The fluctuating performance of the middle school over the past 3 years is also an interesting trend to monitor, as the district works to improve the overall quality of education in the 57025 zip code area.
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