Summary:
The 64836 zip code area is home to 9 schools, including 6 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 1 high school. The data reveals a mix of high-performing and struggling schools, with standouts like Steadley Elementary and Pleasant Valley Elementary contrasting with lower-performing schools like Columbian Elementary.
Carthage High School stands out with a strong 91.8% four-year graduation rate and a low 0.9% dropout rate, while Carthage Junior High also performs well, with 42.4% of 7th graders proficient or better in Math and 40.3% of 8th graders proficient or better in English Language Arts. However, the district as a whole struggles with high chronic absenteeism rates, ranging from 15.1% across all schools.
The data suggests that socioeconomic factors may play a significant role in student achievement, as schools with higher percentages of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch tend to have lower test scores and rankings. Addressing these equity and access issues will be crucial for the Carthage R-Ix district to ensure all students have the opportunity to succeed.
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