Summary:
The 23882 zip code area is home to two schools - Sussex Central Elementary and Sussex Central Middle, both part of the Sussex County Public Schools district. While Sussex Central Elementary has maintained a consistent 3-star rating and relatively strong academic performance, Sussex Central Middle has seen a decline in its ratings and mixed results, particularly in Mathematics.
Sussex Central Elementary stands out with its high proficiency rates on state assessments, exceeding the state average in several subject areas. However, the school also faces a challenge with a chronic absenteeism rate of 15.7%. In contrast, Sussex Central Middle boasts a 100% proficiency rate in Algebra I for 8th graders, but struggles with lower-than-average performance in Mathematics for 6th-8th grades.
Both schools serve student populations facing significant socioeconomic challenges, as evidenced by their extremely high free/reduced lunch rates of over 100%. This factor may contribute to the academic performance of the schools, and addressing these challenges could be crucial for improving student outcomes. Overall, the data provides a nuanced picture of the schools in the 23882 zip code area, highlighting both strengths and areas for potential improvement.
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