Summary:
The 21532 zip code area is home to 4 schools, including 3 elementary schools and 1 high school. Overall, the elementary schools in this area stand out for their strong academic performance, consistently outpacing the county and state averages on MCAP assessments. Frost Elementary is the top performer, ranking among the best elementary schools in Maryland, while Beall Elementary also excels, particularly in math. In contrast, Mountain Ridge High School lags behind the elementary schools and the broader county and state averages.
The demographic makeup of the schools in this area is noteworthy, with Mountain Ridge High School having a student population that is over 92% white, a stark contrast to the more diverse elementary schools. Additionally, the elementary schools have higher percentages of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, ranging from 43.22% to 62.75%, compared to 47.96% at the high school. This suggests that the elementary schools may be serving a more economically disadvantaged population, which could impact their academic performance.
Interestingly, spending per student does not appear to be a direct predictor of academic success, as Frost Elementary, the top performer, has the lowest spending per student at $11,085. The schools in the 21532 zip code area generally have relatively low student-teacher ratios, which may contribute to their strong academic performance, particularly at the elementary level. Overall, the data paints a picture of a strong elementary school system in the 21532 zip code, with a few standout schools, but also highlights the need for additional support and resources to address the demographic and socioeconomic disparities observed, especially at the high school level.
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