Summary:
The 63869 zip code area in New Madrid County, Missouri is home to 3 public schools serving grades K-12, all part of the New Madrid County R-I school district. These schools, which include Central High School, Central Middle School, and New Madrid Elementary, are consistently underperforming compared to state averages on academic measures, with low proficiency rates on standardized tests and high chronic absenteeism.
Across the three schools, proficiency rates on Algebra I, Biology I, Math, and English Language Arts assessments fall well below state averages, with some schools reporting proficiency rates as low as 2.4% and 13.4%. While Central High School maintains a relatively high 4-year graduation rate of 92.8%, it also has a 2.0% dropout rate. All three schools also struggle with high chronic absenteeism, ranging from 25.5% to 25.5%.
The data suggests these schools serve a predominantly disadvantaged student population, with 100% of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch. Spending per student varies across the schools, from $13,363 at New Madrid Elementary to $17,175 at Central High School, potentially indicating unequal access to resources and support. Overall, the consistent underperformance of these schools highlights the need for targeted interventions and increased support to address the academic and socioeconomic challenges faced by the students in this area.
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