Summary:
The 46802 zip code of Fort Wayne, Indiana is home to 6 schools, including 3 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 2 alternative schools. The data reveals stark differences in academic performance across these schools, with Lindley Elementary School standing out as the highest-performing school in the area, while Study Elementary School struggles with some of the lowest proficiency rates.
Lindley Elementary boasts the highest overall proficiency rates in English Language Arts and Math, significantly outperforming the district and state averages. In contrast, Study Elementary has proficiency rates as low as 2.33% in 4th grade Science and 4.65% in 5th grade Social Studies. The alternative schools, Fort Wayne Virtual Academy and Smith Academy for Excellence, also face unique challenges, such as high chronic absenteeism rates and lower proficiency rates in certain subject areas.
Across the schools in the 46802 zip code, there are concerns about high rates of chronic absenteeism, with several schools reporting rates above 30%. Additionally, the data suggests a potential correlation between socioeconomic status and academic performance, as the schools serve a high percentage of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch. Addressing these complex challenges will require a multifaceted approach involving targeted interventions, resource allocation, and collaborative efforts between schools, families, and the broader Fort Wayne Community Schools district.
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