Summary:
The city of Sumiton, Alabama is home to two schools: Sumiton Elementary School and Sumiton Middle School. Both schools face significant socioeconomic challenges, with over 70% of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, indicating a high level of economic disadvantage in the community. While Sumiton Elementary School maintains a 3-star rating from SchoolDigger, Sumiton Middle School has a lower 1-star rating, suggesting a gap in academic performance between the two schools.
Academically, both schools face challenges, particularly in math. Sumiton Elementary School performed above the state average in 4th-grade English and Science, but below the state average in 3rd and 4th-grade Math. Sumiton Middle School consistently scored below the state and Walker County averages in Math test scores across all grade levels, indicating a need for improvement in math education and support.
The student populations of both schools are predominantly White, with smaller percentages of African American and Hispanic students. This may suggest a need to address any potential equity and inclusion issues within the Walker County school district. Overall, the data highlights the need for targeted interventions and support to improve academic outcomes and address the significant socioeconomic challenges faced by the schools and the Sumiton community.
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