Summary:
The 38941 zip code area is home to two underperforming schools, Leflore County High School and Leflore County Elementary School, which serve a predominantly African American and economically disadvantaged student population. Both schools have consistently low rankings and test scores compared to state averages, indicating significant challenges in providing quality education to their students.
Leflore County High School is ranked 223 out of 228 high schools in Mississippi and has a 0-star rating, while Leflore County Elementary School is ranked 350 out of 390 elementary schools and has a 1-star rating. The schools' proficiency rates on MAAP (Mississippi Academic Assessment Program) tests are alarmingly low, with only 10.7% of high school students proficient or better in English II and 10.5% of 6th graders proficient or better in English Language Arts, compared to state averages of 46.2% and 39.7%, respectively.
Despite the relatively low student-teacher ratios, the schools have not been able to significantly improve their performance over time, suggesting that factors beyond just staffing levels may be contributing to their challenges. The high percentage of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch, indicating a high level of economic disadvantage, may be a significant factor in the schools' struggles. The consistently low performance and the demographic and socioeconomic challenges faced by these schools highlight the need for targeted interventions and support to address the unique issues they are facing and drive meaningful improvement.
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