Summary:
The 39211 zip code area of Mississippi is home to 6 schools, including 4 elementary schools, 0 middle schools, 0 high schools, and 2 alternative schools. These schools serve predominantly African American student populations, with high rates of economic disadvantage as indicated by the free/reduced lunch eligibility ranging from 93.18% to 100%.
Casey Elementary School stands out as a high-performing school, ranking in the top 33% of Mississippi elementary schools and significantly outperforming district and state averages in English Language Arts and math proficiency. In contrast, the other elementary schools in the area struggle, with proficiency rates well below state averages, suggesting significant achievement gaps that need to be addressed. The Revive public charter elementary school also serves a high-need population with 100% of students qualifying for free/reduced lunch, but has a very low student-teacher ratio of 8.5, indicating strong individualized attention.
The two alternative schools, Mississippi School for the Deaf and Mississippi School for the Blind, serve specialized populations and have more diverse student bodies. Per-student spending across the schools ranges from $8,547 to $9,635, with Casey Elementary having the highest, suggesting potential inequities in resource allocation that may be impacting outcomes. Addressing these achievement gaps, resource disparities, and demographic trends will be critical to improving educational opportunities in this area served by the Jackson Public School District, Revive, and Mississippi Schools for the Deaf and the Blind.
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