Summary:
The 71653 zip code area is home to three schools - Lakeside Elementary School, Lakeside High School, and Lakeside Middle School - all part of the Lakeside School District (Chicot). Unfortunately, the data paints a concerning picture, as these schools are consistently underperforming compared to state averages across key academic metrics.
Proficiency rates in core subjects like English Language Arts, Reading, Math, and Science are significantly lower than the state averages at all three schools. For example, only 17.1% of students at Lakeside Elementary were proficient or better in ELA, compared to the state average of 33.8%. Additionally, all three schools have low rankings on the School Digger scale, with Lakeside Elementary and Lakeside Middle School both ranked 1 out of 5 stars, and Lakeside High School ranked 2 out of 5 stars.
Despite the relatively high spending per student, ranging from $10,902 at Lakeside Elementary to $12,722 at Lakeside High School, the academic outcomes do not reflect the investment. Furthermore, all three schools have a 100% free/reduced lunch rate, indicating a high level of economic disadvantage among the student population. While the student-teacher ratios are relatively low, this does not seem to be translating into better academic performance. Overall, the data suggests a systemic issue within the Lakeside School District that needs to be addressed through targeted interventions and a comprehensive, data-driven approach.
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