Summary:
The elementary schools located in Houston County, Alabama provide a diverse educational landscape for students in the region. This analysis examines four elementary schools in the area: Ashford Elementary School, Wicksburg Elementary School, Cottonwood Elementary School, and Webb Elementary School.
Among the standout schools, Wicksburg Elementary School and Webb Elementary School emerge as the top performers. Wicksburg Elementary is ranked 58th out of 684 Alabama elementary schools and boasts consistently high test scores, with over 70% of students proficient in math and English. Webb Elementary, ranked 75th, also impresses with strong math and English proficiency rates. In contrast, Cottonwood Elementary School and Webb Elementary School have the highest free/reduced lunch rates, which appear to be correlated with lower academic performance.
The racial makeup of the schools varies significantly, with Wicksburg Elementary School having a predominantly white student population and Webb Elementary School boasting a more diverse student body. Interestingly, the spending per student and student-teacher ratios do not seem to directly impact academic outcomes, as the top-performing schools have different levels of these metrics. Overall, the data suggests that factors such as student demographics, socioeconomic status, and school culture may play a significant role in shaping the academic success of these Houston County elementary schools.
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