Summary:
The 02724 zip code area of Fall River, Massachusetts is home to 4 schools serving students from elementary through high school. The data reveals stark differences in academic performance between the schools, with Argosy Collegiate Charter School outperforming the traditional public schools in the area, particularly on high school-level MCAS assessments. Meanwhile, the elementary schools, William S. Greene and Carlton M. Viveiros Elementary School, struggle with low MCAS proficiency rates, indicating a need for targeted interventions and support to improve student learning outcomes.
The data also reveals that the schools in the 02724 zip code serve a diverse student population, with a significant percentage of minority students and high rates of economic disadvantage, as indicated by the high rates of free and reduced-price lunch eligibility. These factors may be contributing to the lower academic performance of the traditional public schools in the area. The presence of Argosy Collegiate Charter School provides an alternative option for families and may be a factor in its higher academic performance compared to the other schools.
Overall, the analysis of the schools in the 02724 zip code highlights the importance of understanding the unique challenges and needs of the student population in order to develop effective strategies to support and improve educational outcomes for all students in the area. The stark differences in performance between the schools underscore the need for targeted interventions and support, as well as the potential benefits of school choice in providing alternative educational options for families.
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