Summary:
The 78648 zip code area is home to 3 schools serving students from elementary through high school: Leonard Shanklin Elementary, Luling High School, and Gilbert Gerdes J H. These schools serve predominantly Hispanic and economically disadvantaged communities within the Luling Independent School District (Isd).
Leonard Shanklin Elementary stands out with relatively high STAAR test scores, particularly in 3rd grade Math and 5th grade Science, as well as a low student-teacher ratio of 13.8. Gilbert Gerdes J H excels in Algebra I, outperforming the district and state averages, and maintains a 0% dropout rate. In contrast, Luling High School struggles with STAAR EOC exams, especially in Algebra I, but maintains a high 4-year graduation rate of 92.6% and a low dropout rate of 1.3%.
Overall, the schools in the 78648 zip code area serve economically disadvantaged communities, with free/reduced lunch rates ranging from 73.22% to 85.81%. While the schools have similar per-student spending and student-teacher ratios, their academic performance varies, highlighting the need for targeted resources and support to address the unique challenges faced by these students and close the achievement gaps with state averages.
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