Summary:
The 33971 zip code area in Lee County, Florida is home to 8 schools, including 3 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 3 high schools. The schools in this area face significant challenges, with the Lee District ranked 50 out of 68 districts in the state and rated just 1 star out of 5 by SchoolDigger.
Among the standout schools in the area, Gateway High School stands out with the highest 4-year graduation rate at 93.4% and the lowest chronic absenteeism rate at 32.9% among the high schools. Harns Marsh Middle School also impresses with the highest proficiency rates in Algebra 1 (75%) and Civics (51%) compared to the other middle schools and the district/state averages. In contrast, Palm Acres Charter High School has the lowest 4-year graduation rate at just 13.6% and the highest chronic absenteeism rate at 93.8%, though it stands out for having a significantly lower student-teacher ratio of 73.2 compared to the other high schools.
The data reveals significant disparities in performance across the schools in the 33971 zip code, with many serving a high percentage of economically disadvantaged students. This likely contributes to the lower performance of some schools, highlighting the need for targeted interventions and additional resources to support these students. The strong performance of Harns Marsh Middle School suggests the importance of middle school preparation in setting students up for success in high school, while the challenges faced by the charter school Palm Acres Charter High School raise questions about the effectiveness of the charter model in this community.
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