Summary:
The 63901 zip code area of Poplar Bluff, Missouri is home to 11 schools serving students from elementary through high school, including 5 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, 3 high schools, and 1 alternative school. While the schools in this area display a wide range of academic performance, a few standout institutions demonstrate the potential for high-poverty schools to achieve strong results.
Lake Road Elementary ranks among the top 84 elementary schools in Missouri, earning a 5-star rating from SchoolDigger. It boasts impressive test scores, with over 56% of 3rd graders proficient in both math and English Language Arts, outperforming the Poplar Bluff R-I district and the state. Similarly, O'Neal Elementary and Oak Grove Elementary have strong test scores despite serving student populations with very high rates of free/reduced lunch eligibility.
In contrast, the middle and high schools in the area tend to lag behind state averages, with Poplar Bluff Junior High being a notable exception for its impressive Algebra I performance. The district's graduation rates also vary widely, with Poplar Bluff High School achieving an 86.1% 4-year graduation rate, while the alternative schools have much lower rates around 52%. Overall, the data highlights both areas of strength and significant room for improvement within the Poplar Bluff 63901 school system.
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