Summary:
The 65340 zip code area is home to 8 schools, including 5 elementary schools, 1 middle school, 1 high school, and 1 alternative school. While the overall academic performance of the schools in this area tends to lag behind state averages, a few standout institutions emerge from the data.
Eastwood Elementary and Southeast Elementary are two of the stronger performing elementary schools, with higher proficiency rates in math and English language arts compared to their peers. In contrast, the Marshall Senior High and Bueker Middle schools rank in the bottom third of Missouri schools, indicating systemic challenges in the district. The small, rural Hardeman Elementary, with its low student-teacher ratio and homogeneous student population, provides a unique perspective on the educational landscape in this area.
Overall, the schools in the 65340 zip code face equity concerns, with high rates of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch and consistently lower test scores compared to state averages. However, the data suggests that with the right support and resources, schools like Eastwood Elementary and Southeast Elementary could serve as models for improving academic achievement across the Marshall and Hardeman R-X school districts.
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