Summary:
The 74454 zip code area is home to two schools - Porter Consolidated Elementary School and Porter Consolidated High School, both part of the Porter Consolidated school district. These schools face significant challenges, particularly in terms of academic performance and supporting economically disadvantaged students.
Porter Consolidated Elementary School serves grades PK-8 and has a high free/reduced lunch rate of 78.11%, indicating a large population of economically disadvantaged students. The school's state-wide ranking has fluctuated over the years, ranging from 450 out of 498 elementary schools in 2015-2016 to 509 out of 646 in 2020-2021, with a current 2-star rating suggesting room for improvement. In contrast, Porter Consolidated High School has a relatively small enrollment of 158 students and its state-wide ranking has also fluctuated, ranging from 261 out of 439 high schools in 2022-2023 to 287 out of 307 in 2020-2021, with a current 2-star rating on the lower end.
The academic performance at Porter Consolidated High School is particularly concerning, with only 36.6% of 11th graders proficient or better in English Language Arts and just 2.4% proficient or better in Mathematics in the 2023-2024 school year. However, the school's 80.1% four-year graduation rate is a positive indicator. Overall, the data suggests that the schools in the 74454 zip code area face significant challenges, and addressing these issues will likely require a multi-faceted approach, including targeted interventions, resource allocation, and a focus on improving teaching and learning outcomes.
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