Summary:
The 55069 zip code in Minnesota is home to two schools: C.E. Jacobson Elementary and Rush City Secondary, both part of the Rush City Public School District. While C.E. Jacobson Elementary struggles to meet state and district averages, Rush City Secondary stands out as a high-performing school, ranking 88 out of 480 Minnesota high schools and earning a 4-star rating from SchoolDigger.
Rush City Secondary boasts a strong 90.4% four-year graduation rate and a relatively low 6.3% dropout rate. The school outperforms the district and state averages on MCA-III proficiency tests, particularly in science where it scored 68.52% proficient or better compared to 43.47% statewide. In contrast, C.E. Jacobson Elementary has a lower 2-star rating and generally lags behind the district and state averages on MCA-III tests, especially in math.
The data suggests that socioeconomic factors may play a role, with C.E. Jacobson Elementary having a higher percentage of free/reduced lunch recipients at 41.99% compared to 36.75% at Rush City Secondary. Additionally, Rush City Secondary's exceptional performance in science could indicate a strong focus on STEM education that could be worth further investigation. While C.E. Jacobson Elementary faces challenges, the data indicates there may be room for improvement, particularly in math, with the right strategies and resources.
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