Summary:
The Gadsden City school district in Alabama consists of 12 schools, including 8 elementary schools, 3 middle schools, and 1 high school, serving students from diverse socioeconomic backgrounds. The data reveals stark differences in academic performance across the district, with standout schools like Eura Brown Elementary and Mitchell Elementary consistently outperforming the state and district averages, while others, such as W.E. Striplin Elementary, Adams Elementary, and Thompson Elementary, struggle with proficiency rates well below the state average.
The data also reveals a strong correlation between socioeconomic status and academic performance, with schools serving a higher percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, such as Thompson Elementary and Walnut Park Elementary, consistently underperforming. Conversely, Gadsden City High School stands out for its diverse student population, with a racial makeup that closely reflects the overall district demographics, providing opportunities for cross-cultural learning and understanding.
The variation in spending per student across the district, ranging from $7,496 at Gadsden Middle School to $14,976 at Litchfield Middle School, raises questions about the equitable allocation of resources and the potential need for additional funding to support the lower-performing schools in the district.
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