Summary:
The 63106 zip code area of St. Louis, Missouri is home to 12 schools, including 6 elementary schools, 3 middle schools, and 3 high schools. This area faces significant educational challenges, with schools generally performing well below state and district averages on standardized tests and reporting high rates of chronic absenteeism.
Among the standout schools in the area is KIPP Inspire Academy, a public charter middle school that has the highest statewide ranking and relatively higher test scores compared to other schools in the 63106 zip code. Gateway Elementary, a public magnet school, also stands out with higher enrollment and test scores than other elementary schools in the area, though still below state and district averages. Additionally, Hogan St Regional Youth Center, a small public high school, has a relatively low chronic absenteeism rate and a higher four-year graduation rate than the other high schools in the 63106 zip code.
The data reveals stark disparities in academic performance, with most schools in the 63106 zip code reporting less than 20% of students proficient or better in core subjects. High dropout rates, low graduation rates, and consistently high chronic absenteeism rates across the schools are also concerning trends. While the schools in this area have relatively high per-student spending, the data suggests significant challenges in effectively allocating and utilizing resources to support student learning. Addressing these issues will be crucial for improving educational outcomes in the 63106 zip code community, which is served by the St. Louis City, KIPP St Louis Public Schools, and Division Of Youth Service districts.
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