Summary:
The 33050 zip code area in Florida is home to two public schools: Marathon School, a high school serving grades 6-12, and Stanley Switlik Elementary School, serving grades PK-5. While Marathon School has a relatively high graduation rate and strong performance in some subject areas, both schools face challenges, including high chronic absenteeism rates and lower academic achievement compared to state averages.
Marathon School stands out for its 88% graduation rate, which exceeds the state average, and its strong performance in Geometry and US History End-of-Course exams. However, the school also has a high chronic absenteeism rate of 21.2%, an area that requires attention. In contrast, Stanley Switlik Elementary School serves a higher proportion of economically disadvantaged students, with 69.09% of its students receiving free or reduced-price lunch. This school's academic performance lags behind state averages in several areas, such as 5th grade Science and 3rd-5th grade English Language Arts.
Both schools have relatively high per-student spending and low student-teacher ratios, suggesting that resources are not the primary issue. The high chronic absenteeism rates, which exceed 20% at both schools, are a significant concern and may contribute to the lower academic performance. Additionally, the socioeconomic factors at play, particularly at Stanley Switlik Elementary School, likely play a role in the academic challenges faced by these schools. Targeted interventions and support, addressing both attendance and socioeconomic barriers, could help improve student outcomes in the Monroe district.
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