Summary:
The 98586 zip code area is home to 3 schools, including 1 elementary school, 1 high school, and 1 alternative school. While the schools in this area face some academic and socioeconomic challenges, a few standout schools emerge from the data.
South Bend High School stands out with a relatively high 4-year graduation rate of 89.6% and strong performance on English Language Arts assessments, with 65.22% of 10th graders proficient or better. However, the school struggles with math and science proficiency, which lag behind state averages. In contrast, Mike Morris Elementary has a diverse student population but lower proficiency rates across all subject areas, despite higher spending per student at $20,968.
The high rates of free and reduced-price lunch eligibility, ranging from 73.31% at South Bend High School to 76.53% at Mike Morris Elementary, suggest significant socioeconomic challenges in the South Bend School District. The small size of the alternative school, Pacific Virtual Learning, with only 16 students, may provide an opportunity to explore innovative approaches to address the unique needs of students in the district.
Thank you for your feedback!