Pike County

The schools in Pike County, Alabama, serve a diverse student population across 5 schools, including 3 elementary schools, 2 high schools, and no middle schools or alternative schools. While the district faces challenges with low-income students and mixed academic performance, a few standout schools like Pike County Elementary School and Banks School are outperforming the district and state averages in key metrics.

Pike County Elementary School is the highest-ranked school in the district, with a 3-star rating and strong performance in 3rd and 5th grade math and English. However, the school also has a high rate of free/reduced lunch recipients at 84.2%, indicating a low-income student population. Banks School is the second-highest ranked elementary school, with a diverse student body and solid performance in English language arts.

While the district generally underperforms the state in math and science proficiency, some schools like Goshen High School and Banks School stand out with relatively strong English language arts performance. However, Goshen High School has seen a concerning decline in its state-wide ranking and rating, which warrants further investigation. Overall, the Pike County school district faces challenges with equity and academic achievement, but a few schools are demonstrating promising results.