Summary:
The 58504 zip code area in Bismarck, North Dakota is home to 10 schools, including 8 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 alternative high school, all part of the Bismarck 1 school district, except for Theodore Jamerson Elementary and Manning Elementary which have their own districts.
Among the standout schools in the area, Victor Solheim Elementary School consistently ranks as one of the top elementary schools in the state, with high math and reading proficiency rates. Wachter Middle School also performs well, ranking 6th out of 24 middle schools in the state. In contrast, South Central Alternative High School serves a unique population of students, with a 100% free/reduced lunch rate and a low graduation rate of 14.3%, indicating the challenges faced by this high-need school.
The data reveals significant disparities in academic performance and other metrics across the schools in the 58504 zip code area. While some schools like Victor Solheim and Wachter excel, others such as Jeannette Myhre Elementary and Dorothy Moses Elementary struggle, often correlating with higher rates of economic disadvantage among the student populations. These findings highlight the need for targeted interventions and support to ensure equitable educational opportunities for all students in the area.
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