Best Public Schools in Zip Code 39423


Summary:

The 39423 zip code area has only one school, South Perry Elementary School, which serves grades K-5 and is part of the Perry County School District. With a total enrollment of 222 students, the school has a predominantly White (55.41%) and African American (38.29%) student population, and a high percentage (98.65%) of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, indicating a low-income community.

Academically, South Perry Elementary School's performance is mixed compared to district and state averages. While the school's 5th-grade Science proficiency rate (88.5%) is significantly higher than the district (73.8%) and state (71.2%) averages, its ELA and Mathematics proficiency rates are generally lower, with some exceptions. For instance, the school's 5th-grade Mathematics proficiency (57.7%) exceeds the district (49.3%) and state (53.7%) averages. The school's student-teacher ratio of 10.5 to 1 is relatively low, which may provide more individualized attention and support for students.

The data suggests that South Perry Elementary School faces challenges in academic performance, particularly in ELA and Mathematics, compared to district and state averages. However, the school's strong 5th-grade Science proficiency and low student-teacher ratio may be areas of strength. Further investigation into the school's specific strategies, resources, and support systems could provide more insights into how to address the performance gaps and improve outcomes for the students.








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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the Mississippi Department of Education.

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