Summary:
The 47960 zip code area is home to 4 schools, including 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school, all part of the Twin Lakes School Corp. While the schools share some common challenges, such as a high percentage of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch, some standout performers emerge from the data.
Oaklawn Elementary School stands out with the highest proficiency rates in both English Language Arts and Math across all grades, significantly outperforming the district and state averages. In 2023-2024, Oaklawn had 47.62% of students proficient or better in Math, compared to the Twin Lakes School Corporation average of 35.48%. Meanwhile, Twin Lakes Senior High School has maintained a consistent academic performance, ranking between 142-175 out of 398-431 Indiana high schools over the past 3 years, with a 3-star rating from SchoolDigger and the highest graduation rate among the schools at 86.9%.
Despite the socioeconomic challenges faced by these schools, with a high percentage of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch, the data suggests that effective teaching, targeted interventions, and a supportive learning environment can lead to strong academic outcomes, as seen at Oaklawn Elementary. Analyzing the factors that contribute to the success of high-performing schools and implementing similar strategies in other schools could help raise academic achievement across the district.
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