Summary:
The 71334 zip code area is home to 6 schools serving students from elementary through high school, including 2 alternative schools. While the schools serve predominantly African American student populations with high rates of economic disadvantage, there are stark disparities in academic performance across the schools.
The standout school in the area is Delta Charter School MST, a public charter school serving grades K-12. With the highest enrollment and a relatively diverse student body, Delta Charter School MST outperforms the state averages on test scores, particularly in English Language Arts. In contrast, Ferriday High School and Ferriday Junior High School struggle, with test scores well below the state and district levels across all subject areas.
The data also highlights the potential benefits of the charter school model, as well as the importance of considering factors beyond just test scores when evaluating school quality. Concordia Education Center, an alternative public school, stands out for its high English Language Arts proficiency rates, despite its small enrollment. Overall, addressing the disparities in this area will likely require a multifaceted approach that considers the unique needs and challenges of the local Concordia Parish community.
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