Summary:
The 66535 zip code area is home to three high-performing schools in the Rock Creek school district: one elementary, one middle, and one high school. The standout school in this group is Rock Creek Middle School, which ranks in the top 12.5% of Kansas middle schools and maintains consistently strong proficiency rates across core subjects.
While all three schools demonstrate above-average academic achievement, Rock Creek Middle School stands out with its 4-star rating from SchoolDigger and impressive proficiency rates that exceed state averages. In contrast, St. George Elementary and Rock Creek High School, though also high-performing, do not reach the same level of distinction as the middle school.
Across the district, the schools serve relatively more economically advantaged student populations, with free/reduced lunch rates below the state average. This, combined with favorable student-teacher ratios, likely contributes to the strong academic outcomes. However, the district will need to ensure all students, regardless of background, receive the support they need, especially as there appears to be a performance gap between the middle and high school levels.
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