Summary:
The 74032 zip code area is home to two schools - Glencoe Elementary School and Glencoe High School, both part of the Glencoe school district. While the elementary school demonstrates strong academic performance, the high school faces challenges in student achievement.
Glencoe Elementary School stands out with its relatively large enrollment of 242 students and a diverse racial makeup. The school's academic performance is particularly impressive, with 44% of 5th graders proficient or better in OSTP/Mathematics, significantly higher than the state average of 27%. However, the school also has a high free/reduced lunch rate of 77.27%, indicating a significant economically disadvantaged student population. In contrast, Glencoe High School has a smaller enrollment of 97 students and a lower academic performance, with only 36.8% of 11th graders proficient or better in CCRA/English Language Arts, 5.3% in CCRA/Mathematics, and 0% in CCRA/Science.
The data suggests a significant gap in academic performance between the elementary and high school levels, which may indicate challenges faced by the high school, such as socioeconomic factors, resource allocation, or instructional quality. However, both schools have relatively low student-teacher ratios, suggesting potential opportunities to provide more personalized attention and support for students, particularly at the high school level where academic performance is lagging. Monitoring school performance over time is crucial, as the data shows Glencoe Elementary School's ranking has fluctuated in recent years, highlighting the importance of addressing any issues that may arise.
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