Summary:
The 71958 zip code area is home to two schools - Murfreesboro Elementary School and Murfreesboro High School, both part of the South Pike County School District. While the elementary school performs well academically, the high school stands out as a top-ranked institution in the state, consistently placing in the top 100 high schools in Arkansas over the past three years.
Murfreesboro High School's consistent top 100 ranking suggests it is providing a quality education, despite the challenges of a high poverty student population. Both schools have high percentages of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch, indicating significant socioeconomic challenges faced by the student population. However, the relatively high per-student spending and low student-teacher ratios at both schools indicate they are well-resourced, which may contribute to their academic performance.
Murfreesboro Elementary School outperforms the district and state averages in many subject areas and grade levels, particularly in English Language Arts and Reading. In contrast, the high school lags behind the district and state in several math and science metrics, suggesting a need for targeted support and interventions to address these areas. Overall, the data paints a picture of two schools that are performing reasonably well, with the high school standing out as a strong performer at the state level, but also facing ongoing challenges related to equity and student socioeconomic status.
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