Summary:
The 44017 zip code area is home to two schools - Berea-Midpark High School and Grindstone Elementary School, both part of the Berea City school district. While both schools demonstrate strong academic performance, Grindstone Elementary stands out as a top-performing elementary school in the state, consistently ranking in the top 25% of Ohio elementary schools.
Grindstone Elementary's academic excellence is evident in its impressive state test scores, with 79.6% of 3rd graders and 86.2% of 4th graders proficient or better in mathematics, significantly exceeding the district and state averages. Berea-Midpark High School also performs well, with proficiency rates ranging from 48.7% in Geometry to 76.2% in American Government, generally surpassing the district and state averages. Both schools have diverse student populations, with around 25% of students identifying as non-White, and moderate levels of economic disadvantage, as indicated by their free/reduced lunch eligibility rates.
The similar resource allocation, as measured by spending per student and student-teacher ratios, between the two schools suggests that the Berea City district is making efforts to distribute resources equitably. This may be contributing to the overall strong performance of both institutions, despite the challenges faced by the district, such as the high chronic absenteeism rate at Berea-Midpark High School. The data highlights the importance of providing targeted support and resources to ensure all students, regardless of their background, have the opportunity to succeed.
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