Summary:
The 59072 zip code area is home to 3 schools serving grades K-12: Roundup Elementary, Roundup High School, and Roundup 7-8. While Roundup High School and Roundup Elementary perform reasonably well, the middle school, Roundup 7-8, struggles significantly with much lower proficiency rates in core subjects compared to the state average.
Roundup High School stands out as the top performer, ranking 36th out of 124 Montana high schools with a 4-star rating. It outperforms the state average in both math and reading proficiency, and has a relatively low student-teacher ratio of 13:1. In contrast, Roundup Elementary performs slightly below the state average in math but above average in reading and science, while Roundup 7-8 struggles significantly, with only 11.9% proficient in math, 31.33% in reading, and 28% in science.
The schools in the 59072 zip code have a relatively homogeneous student population, with the majority being White (85.8% to 91.11%). The higher spending per student at Roundup High School ($13,448) compared to Roundup Elementary ($8,986) and Roundup 7-8 ($9,102) may contribute to the high school's stronger academic performance. Additionally, the data shows a significant drop in enrollment from elementary (317 students) to high school (172 students), suggesting potential challenges with student retention or population changes in the area.
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