Summary:
The 78503 zip code area in Texas is home to 7 schools, including 5 elementary schools and 2 middle schools, spread across two different school districts - Idea Public Schools and McAllen Independent School District (ISD). The data reveals a wide range in academic performance, with some standout schools like Lloyd & Dolly Bentsen Elementary and Idea Los Encinos College Preparatory excelling, while others like Roosevelt Elementary struggle, particularly in math.
The top-performing schools in the area tend to have higher spending per student, lower student-teacher ratios, and a strong focus on college preparation, as evidenced by the high performance of Idea Los Encinos College Preparatory on end-of-course exams. In contrast, the lower-performing schools serve high-need populations, with free/reduced lunch rates ranging from 79.47% to 96.13%, which may contribute to the wide achievement gap observed in the data.
Overall, the data highlights the importance of targeted interventions and resource allocation to support the lower-performing schools and help close the achievement gap within this zip code area. Understanding the nuances of school performance can inform strategies to improve educational outcomes for all students in the 78503 zip code.
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