Best Public Schools in Zip Code 56738

The schools in zip code 56738 consist of Marshall County Central High School and Newfolden Elementary School, both part of the Marshall County Central Schools district. While Marshall County Central High School appears to be underperforming compared to state averages, Newfolden Elementary School stands out as a high-performing school, consistently outpacing district and state proficiency rates in math and reading.

Newfolden Elementary School has received a 4-star rating from SchoolDigger, indicating it is performing well above average. In the 2023-2024 school year, 53.15% of Newfolden Elementary students were proficient or better in MCA-III math, compared to 39.91% for the district and 45.47% statewide. The school also had stronger reading proficiency, with 54.86% of students proficient or better compared to 51.19% for the district and 49.85% statewide. In contrast, Marshall County Central High School's proficiency rates on MCA-III assessments are below 50% in most subject areas and grade levels.

While both schools have a predominantly white student population, Newfolden Elementary serves a more economically disadvantaged population, with 46.81% of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch, compared to 32.24% at Marshall County Central High School. This suggests the elementary school may require additional resources and support to address the needs of its student population. Overall, the data highlights the strong performance of Newfolden Elementary and the potential areas for improvement at Marshall County Central High School within the Marshall County Central Schools district.