Summary:
The 34758 zip code area in Osceola County, Florida is home to 8 schools, including 6 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school. The schools in this area serve a diverse student population and face challenges such as high chronic absenteeism rates and economic need, as indicated by the high rates of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch.
Among the standout schools in the area is Renaissance Charter School At Poinciana, which has relatively strong test scores compared to the district and state averages, particularly in subjects like Algebra 1, Geometry, Biology 1, and Civics. The school also has a lower chronic absenteeism rate than some of the other schools. Another high-performing school is Discovery Intermediate School, which has higher proficiency rates than the Osceola district and state in several subject areas, including Algebra 1, Geometry, and Biology 1. Additionally, Poinciana High School stands out for its relatively high 4-year graduation rate of 93.2%, despite having lower test scores than the state and district averages.
The data also reveals that the schools in the 34758 zip code have a diverse student population, with Hispanic students making up the largest racial group and African American students being the next largest group. However, the high rates of chronic absenteeism, ranging from 39.6% to 51.6%, are a significant concern and may be contributing to the lower test scores observed in some of the schools. Additionally, the high rates of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, ranging from 46.8% to 82.55%, indicate a high level of economic need in the community, which may require additional resources and support to address the unique challenges faced by these schools.
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