Summary:
Opp City, Alabama has a single middle school, Opp Middle School, which serves students in grades 5-8. The school has a diverse student body, with a predominantly White population (71.6%) and significant African American (20%) and Hispanic (3.21%) representation. While Opp Middle School has maintained a consistent ranking in the middle tier of Alabama middle schools over the past three years, its academic performance shows room for improvement, particularly in mathematics and science.
Opp Middle School's English/Language Arts proficiency rates are generally above the state average, ranging from 55.14% in 8th grade to 65.42% in 6th grade. However, its math proficiency rates lag behind, ranging from 18.69% in 8th grade to 36.73% in 5th grade, and its 8th grade science proficiency of 28.97% is below the state average of 38.67%. These academic challenges may be influenced by the school's high percentage of students (69.14%) receiving free or reduced-price lunch, indicating a lower-income community.
Despite these academic hurdles, Opp Middle School maintains a relatively consistent 3-4 star rating from SchoolDigger and a per-student spending of $9,246, which is in line with state averages. The school's leadership and community may need to focus on improving math and science instruction, while also addressing the socioeconomic factors that can impact student performance. By leveraging the school's strengths in English/Language Arts and its stable funding, Opp Middle School can work towards providing a well-rounded education for its diverse student population.
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