Summary:
The 57481 zip code area is home to two small elementary schools, Long Lake Colony Elementary - 05 and Grassland Colony Elementary - 06, both part of the Leola School District 44-2. While these schools have some standout characteristics, they also face a mix of challenges that impact their educational outcomes.
Both Long Lake Colony Elementary and Grassland Colony Elementary have very small enrollments, with 27 and 15 students respectively, suggesting they may serve specialized populations. However, these small school sizes could also present challenges in terms of staffing, resources, and programming. Notably, both schools have high chronic absenteeism rates of 20.2%, significantly above the state average, which likely contributes to their uneven academic performance.
The schools' test score data shows a mixed picture, with some bright spots, like 100% proficiency in 3rd and 7th grade ELA at Long Lake Colony Elementary, but also areas of significant underperformance, particularly in the lower grade levels at Grassland Colony Elementary. Additionally, Long Lake Colony Elementary has a high free/reduced lunch rate of 88.89%, indicating its students face significant economic challenges that may impact their educational experiences and outcomes.
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