Summary:
The 20164 zip code area of Sterling, Virginia is home to 12 schools that are part of the Loudoun County Public Schools district, which is ranked 19th out of 129 school districts in Virginia. The schools include 7 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, 2 high schools, and 1 alternative school.
Among the standout schools in the area, Dominion High School stands out with a strong 92.8% four-year graduation rate and a low 4.5% dropout rate. Its test scores are generally above the Loudoun County and Virginia averages, particularly in subjects like Algebra II, Chemistry, and Biology. Seneca Ridge Middle School also impresses with 100% proficiency in Geometry and Algebra I, as well as strong reading and math scores. Additionally, Sterling Elementary School boasts some of the highest test scores in the data set, with 75% or more of students proficient in Math and Science.
The data reveals a wide range of performance across the schools, with some excelling and others struggling, even within the same district. There appears to be a relationship between the free/reduced lunch rate (a proxy for socioeconomic status) and academic performance, as schools with higher free/reduced lunch rates tend to have lower test scores. The consistently high chronic absenteeism rate of 15.7% across all schools is also a significant issue that warrants further investigation and targeted interventions. Overall, the data provides a detailed snapshot of the schools in the 20164 zip code area, highlighting both strengths and areas for improvement within the Loudoun County Public Schools district.
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