Summary:
The 65712 zip code in Missouri is home to 6 schools, including 3 elementary schools, 1 middle school, 2 high schools, and 1 specialized treatment center. This analysis provides a comprehensive look at the performance and demographics of these schools, highlighting both areas of strength and potential opportunities for improvement.
Among the standout schools in the area is Mt. Vernon Intermediate, an elementary school that boasts the highest proficiency rates in both math and English language arts compared to the other schools and the state averages. In contrast, the other elementary schools in the data set have more mixed results, suggesting potential room for improvement. At the high school level, Mt. Vernon High has shown consistent improvement in its statewide ranking, moving from 236th out of 358 Missouri high schools in 2020-2021 to 116th out of 352 in 2022-2023, and its proficiency rates in English II exceed the state average.
The schools in this zip code serve a predominantly white student population, with free and reduced-price lunch rates ranging from 36.9% at Mt. Vernon High to 91.18% at Mt. Vernon Treatment Center. This indicates that the district serves a relatively economically disadvantaged population, which may present challenges in terms of resource allocation and student support. The presence of the specialized Mt. Vernon Treatment Center also suggests that the Mt. Vernon R-V district is addressing the needs of specific student populations.
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