Summary:
The 72444 zip code area is home to two schools, Maynard Elementary School and Maynard High School, both part of the Maynard School District. Unfortunately, neither school stands out as a high performer, with both ranking below average compared to other schools in Arkansas.
Maynard Elementary has 343 students, while Maynard High has 240 students. Both schools have extremely high percentages of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, at over 98%. Spending per student is also below the state average, at $8,797 for Maynard Elementary and $10,264 for Maynard High. Proficiency rates on state assessments are significantly below state averages across all grade levels and subject areas for both schools, indicating systemic challenges within the district.
The Maynard School District is ranked 158 out of 252 school districts in Arkansas and has a 2-star rating from SchoolDigger. Both Maynard Elementary and Maynard High have seen their statewide rankings decline over the past three years, suggesting the schools are not keeping pace with improvements in other districts. Targeted interventions and a comprehensive review of the district's resource allocation and instructional practices may be necessary to drive meaningful progress for the students in this community.
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