Summary:
The 75785 zip code in Texas is home to 5 schools that are part of the Rusk Independent School District (ISD), including 3 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school. These schools serve a population with significant socioeconomic challenges, as evidenced by the high rates of free and reduced-price lunch recipients, ranging from 63.52% at Rusk High School to 77.2% at Gw Bradford Pri.
Among the standout schools in the area, Rusk J H (middle school) ranks 764 out of 2,344 Texas middle schools and has a 3-star rating from SchoolDigger. The school outperforms the district and state averages in several STAAR test subjects, including 6th-8th grade reading and 8th grade math and science, and maintains an impressive 93.94% proficiency rate in Algebra I end-of-course exams. Rusk High School also stands out, with a high 4-year graduation rate of 97.4% and a low dropout rate of 0.3%, though it lags behind the district and state in Algebra I and English I/II end-of-course exams.
Despite the socioeconomic challenges faced by the schools in the 75785 zip code, the data suggests a cohesive approach to curriculum and instruction across the Rusk ISD, with consistent performance across the district. However, there is room for improvement in math and English/language arts, particularly at the high school level, which could be a focus for the district moving forward.
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