Summary:
The 24736 zip code is home to a single elementary school, Lashmeet/Matoaka Elementary School, which serves students from kindergarten through 5th grade. While the school has a relatively low student-teacher ratio of 11.8, its academic performance, as measured by proficiency rates in core subjects, is generally below the district and state averages.
Lashmeet/Matoaka Elementary School has a predominantly white student population, with 96.3% of students identifying as white. The school's academic performance is mixed, with 3rd grade mathematics proficiency at 45% (compared to 55.5% for the district and 53.2% for the state), and 5th grade science proficiency at 28.6% (compared to 30.5% for the district and 32.3% for the state). However, the school's 5th grade English Language Arts proficiency rate of 52.4% is higher than the district and state averages.
The school's spending per student of $13,550 is higher than the national average, but it's unclear how these funds are being utilized to improve student outcomes. Additionally, the school's statewide ranking has fluctuated over the past few years, ranging from 1 to 2 out of 5 stars, indicating inconsistent performance. To address these challenges, the school may need to focus on improving instructional practices, providing targeted support for struggling students, and fostering a more diverse and inclusive learning environment.
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