Summary:
The 71462 zip code is home to a single standout school, Ebarb School, an alternative public school serving grades PK-12 with a total enrollment of 254 students. Ebarb School is part of the Sabine Parish school district, which is ranked 35 out of 122 districts in Louisiana and has a 4-star rating from SchoolDigger.
Ebarb School stands out in several ways. Academically, the school consistently outperforms the Sabine Parish and Louisiana state averages on LEAP assessments across multiple grade levels and subject areas, with 80% of students proficient or better in Mathematics compared to 60% for Sabine Parish and 59% for Louisiana. The school also has a unique racial makeup, with 68.5% of students identifying as Native American, 15.75% as White, and 15.75% as two or more races. Additionally, Ebarb School has a high percentage of students (70.47%) receiving free or reduced-price lunch, indicating a relatively high level of economic need among the student population.
Ebarb School's exceptional academic performance, diverse student population, and commitment to supporting economically disadvantaged students make it a standout institution within the Sabine Parish school district. The school's lower student-teacher ratio of 14.5 may contribute to its strong academic outcomes, and further investigation into the school's practices and strategies could provide valuable insights for other schools and districts seeking to improve educational opportunities for their communities.
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