Summary:
There is only one school located in the 72227 zip code, McDermott Elementary School, which serves students from kindergarten to 5th grade and is part of the Little Rock School District. McDermott Elementary School has a predominantly African American student population (79.39%) and faces significant challenges, including consistently low test scores across all grade levels and subject areas compared to district and state averages, as well as a very high rate of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch (91.89%), indicating high levels of economic disadvantage.
Despite spending $13,538 per student, which is higher than the national average, McDermott Elementary School's academic performance remains low, suggesting that simply allocating more resources may not be the sole solution. The school's student-teacher ratio of 16.4 is slightly lower than the national average, but this has not translated into improved outcomes. The data highlights the need for targeted interventions and support to address the specific needs of the student population and drive academic improvement at McDermott Elementary School.
Overall, the analysis of the data for McDermott Elementary School suggests that the school is facing significant challenges in terms of academic performance and serving a population with high levels of economic disadvantage. Addressing these issues will require a comprehensive approach that goes beyond simply increasing funding and may involve targeted interventions, resource allocation, and community-based support.
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