Summary:
The 72455 zip code area is home to 4 schools in the Pocahontas School District, including 1 elementary school, 2 middle schools, and 1 high school. Overall, the schools in this district are performing below the state average on most academic metrics, with no clear standout schools in the area.
The Pocahontas Elementary School, Pocahontas Junior High School, Pocahontas Upper Elementary School, and Pocahontas High School all consistently score below the state average in English Language Arts, Reading, Mathematics, and Science. The highest proficiency rate is in 3rd grade Mathematics at Pocahontas Elementary School, where 39.4% of students are proficient or better, compared to the state average of 37.8%. However, the schools in the district have high rates of free and reduced lunch recipients, ranging from 47.45% at Pocahontas High School to 66.67% at Pocahontas Elementary School, suggesting significant socioeconomic challenges.
The variation in spending per student and student-teacher ratios across the schools may indicate differences in resource allocation and prioritization within the district. Additionally, the statewide school digger rank history for Pocahontas Elementary School and Pocahontas High School shows a decline in their rankings over the past few years, suggesting a potential trend of worsening performance. Overall, the data paints a picture of a school district that is struggling to provide quality education to its students, with no clear bright spots or areas of strength.
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