Summary:
The city of Interlachen, Florida is home to two schools: Interlachen Junior-Senior High School and Robert H. Jenkins Junior Elementary School. Both schools are performing well below average compared to state and Putnam district standards, with low rankings, poor test scores, and high chronic absenteeism rates.
Interlachen Junior-Senior High School is ranked 615 out of 807 Florida high schools and has a 1-star rating, while Robert H. Jenkins Junior Elementary School is ranked 1,678 out of 2,256 Florida elementary schools and also has a 1-star rating. Both schools have consistently low rankings and ratings over the past 3 school years. Test scores at the high school are significantly below state and district averages, and the elementary school's scores are also below average, though not as drastically.
Chronic absenteeism is a major issue, with 66.4% of students at the high school and 61.9% at the elementary school missing an excessive amount of school. Additionally, both schools serve a predominantly low-income population, with over 60% of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch. The challenges faced by these schools, including systemic issues, high absenteeism, and socioeconomic factors, suggest the need for significant interventions and support to improve educational outcomes for students in Interlachen.
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