Summary:
The 33825 zip code area in Florida is home to 6 schools, including 4 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school. While the schools serve a diverse student population, the data reveals a mixed picture of educational outcomes, with some standout schools alongside those struggling with low performance and high absenteeism.
Park Elementary School stands out as the highest-performing school in the area, ranking 602 out of 2,256 Florida elementary schools and earning a 4-star rating. It boasts strong test scores, with 74% of 3rd graders proficient in ELA and 81% proficient in math, as well as a relatively low chronic absenteeism rate of 35.3%. In contrast, Avon Park Middle School and Avon Park High School struggle with low performance, with the middle school earning a 1-star rating and the high school's 4-year graduation rate of 81.6% falling below the state average.
Across the schools, there are concerning trends, such as below-average test scores, particularly in English Language Arts, and very high rates of chronic absenteeism at the secondary level, reaching over 40% at both the middle and high schools. Additionally, all the schools serve a high percentage of economically disadvantaged students, with 67.35% to 80.34% of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch. While spending per student is generally in line with the state average, these economic challenges likely contribute to the educational disparities observed within the Highlands district.
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