Summary:
The schools in the 45891 zip code area serve a diverse range of students, with 7 schools across 3 different school districts - Van Wert City, Vantage Career Center, and Lincolnview Local. The standout schools in this area are Lincolnview Elementary School, which ranks in the top 25% of Ohio elementary schools, and Lincolnview Junior/Senior High School, which is one of the top-performing high schools in the region.
The data reveals a significant gap in performance between the top-performing Lincolnview schools and the lower-performing Van Wert Elementary School and Van Wert High School. This suggests that factors beyond just funding, such as school leadership, teacher quality, and community engagement, may be playing a role in student outcomes. Additionally, the schools in the area have varying levels of racial diversity, with Vantage Career Center being the most homogeneous and Van Wert Elementary being the most diverse.
Chronic absenteeism is a concern across the schools, particularly at the high school level, with rates ranging from 5.4% at Lincolnview Elementary School to 26.3% at Van Wert High School. Addressing the root causes of chronic absenteeism could be an important focus for the district. Overall, the data provides a detailed snapshot of the schools in the 45891 zip code area, highlighting both areas of strength and areas for improvement.
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