Summary:
The 72863 zip code area is home to two schools - Scranton Elementary School and Scranton High School, both part of the Scranton School District. While the district is ranked 70 out of 252 in Arkansas and has a 4-star rating, Scranton High School stands out as the top performer, consistently ranking in the top 25% of Arkansas high schools over the past three years and earning a 5-star rating from SchoolDigger in 2022-2023.
In contrast, Scranton Elementary School has seen more fluctuation in its statewide ranking, ranging from 147 out of 492 schools in 2022-2023 to 256 out of 497 schools in 2023-2024. The elementary school also performs below the state average in most academic subjects, particularly in English Language Arts and Reading. However, Scranton High School outperforms the state average in English Language Arts and Geometry, suggesting the high school may be a bright spot in the district.
Both schools have relatively high percentages of free/reduced lunch recipients, which is often correlated with lower academic achievement. Additionally, Scranton High School spends significantly more per student than Scranton Elementary School, which could contribute to the high school's stronger performance. The lower student-teacher ratio at Scranton High School (7.3) compared to Scranton Elementary School (13.3) may also be a factor in the high school's academic success.
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