Summary:
The 63877 zip code area is home to 3 schools - 2 elementary schools (Central Elementary and East Elementary) and 1 high school (South Pemiscot High) - all part of the South Pemiscot County R-V district. These schools serve a highly economically disadvantaged student population, with all three reporting 100% free/reduced lunch rates.
Academically, the schools in this area face significant challenges. All three have chronic absenteeism rates more than double the state average, which is closely linked to poor academic performance. On state assessments, the schools generally score below Missouri averages across grade levels and subject areas. For example, 3rd grade math proficiency at Central Elementary is 30% compared to the state average of 40.8%. Despite these struggles, the schools appear to be allocating reasonable resources, with spending per student and student-teacher ratios in line with state norms.
Among the schools, South Pemiscot High stands out with the highest 4-year graduation rate at 93.3%, a strong performance indicator. Central Elementary also has the highest enrollment with 261 students. Overall, the data suggests the schools in this zip code area face significant challenges in serving their highly disadvantaged student populations and improving academic outcomes.
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