Summary:
The 28043 zip code area in North Carolina is home to 7 schools, including 4 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 2 high schools, all part of the Rutherford County Schools district. While the district is ranked 73 out of 242 in the state, the schools in this area show a mix of strong performance and unique challenges.
The standout schools in the area are Forest City-Dunbar Elementary School and Harris Elementary School, both of which rank in the top 20% of North Carolina elementary schools and maintain 4-star ratings. These schools excel in student performance on state assessments, with high proficiency rates in math and reading. In contrast, the Rutherford Opportunity Center, which serves a specialized population of students in grades 6-12, struggles with significantly lower academic performance compared to the district and state averages.
Across the schools, there are consistently high rates of free/reduced lunch recipients, indicating a high level of economic disadvantage among the student populations. The spending per student also varies, with the Rutherford Opportunity Center having the highest spending at $26,764 per student. Despite the challenges, the data suggests that the elementary schools in the area are providing a strong educational foundation, and there may be opportunities for collaboration and sharing of best practices within the district to support student success across all grade levels.
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