Summary:
The 68401 zip code area is home to two schools - Mc Cool Junction Elementary School and McCool Junction Junior-Senior High School, both part of the Mc Cool Junction Public Schools district. While the elementary school consistently performs above the state average on academic tests, the high school has seen fluctuations in its statewide ranking, suggesting potential challenges in maintaining consistent academic excellence.
Mc Cool Junction Elementary School stands out for its strong academic performance, consistently outperforming the state average on 3rd, 4th, and 6th grade NSCAS English Language Arts and Math tests. The school also boasts a relatively low student-teacher ratio of 12.1, indicating a focus on providing personalized attention to students. In contrast, McCool Junction Junior-Senior High School has seen its statewide ranking range from 38th out of 202 schools in 2021-2022 to 129th out of 209 schools in 2020-2021, suggesting fluctuations in academic excellence. The high school also lags behind the state average on ACT Science proficiency for 11th-grade students, an area that may require further investigation and improvement.
Both schools in the 68401 zip code area have higher-than-average spending per student compared to the state, which may indicate a focus on providing quality resources and support for students. However, both schools also have relatively high chronic absenteeism rates of 21.1%, which could be an area of concern and require further analysis to understand the underlying causes and implement strategies to improve attendance. Overall, the data suggests that while the schools in this area have some strengths, there are also opportunities for improvement to ensure consistent and equitable educational outcomes for all students.
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