Covington County

The Covington County school district in Alabama consists of 8 schools, including 3 elementary schools, 1 middle school, 2 high schools, and 2 alternative schools. The data reveals that the Straughn schools (Straughn Elementary, Straughn Middle, and Straughn High School) consistently outperform the other schools in the district, ranking among the top schools in the state. These standout schools boast strong test scores, low free/reduced lunch rates, and efficient spending per student compared to their peers.

In contrast, the alternative schools (Pleasant Home School and Red Level School) and schools with higher free/reduced lunch rates, such as Fleeta School and WS Harlan Elementary, tend to have lower test scores and rankings. Interestingly, the spending per student does not seem to be a significant factor in academic performance, as Straughn Elementary has the lowest spending per student but still outperforms the other schools.

Overall, the Covington County school district appears to have a mix of high-performing and lower-performing schools, with the Straughn schools standing out as the clear academic leaders in the area. The data suggests that factors beyond just funding and student-teacher ratios, such as teaching practices, school leadership, and student demographics, may play a significant role in the academic success of these schools.