Summary:
Glen Oaks Elementary School is a public school in Fairfield, Alabama, serving 324 students in grades 3-5, with a predominantly African American student body. Despite its location, the school has consistently underperformed compared to state and district averages, ranking in the bottom quartile of Alabama elementary schools.
Academically, Glen Oaks struggles, with only 24.32% of 3rd graders, 6.06% of 4th graders, and 10.1% of 5th graders proficient or better in Mathematics, far below the state averages. This is likely exacerbated by the school's high percentage of students from low-socioeconomic backgrounds, with around 70% qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch. The student-teacher ratio at Glen Oaks has also fluctuated, ranging from 17.8 to 47 students per teacher, which may impact the school's ability to provide individualized attention.
When compared to nearby schools, such as Charles F. Hard Elementary School and Robinson Primary School, the performance gaps are stark. For instance, in the 2023-2024 school year, the percentage of 3rd graders proficient or better in Mathematics at Charles F. Hard and Robinson Primary were 4.17% and 24.32%, respectively, compared to Glen Oaks' 24.32%. Additionally, Glen Oaks' performance is particularly concerning for special education students and African American students, ranking in the bottom 5% and bottom 25% of Alabama elementary schools, respectively, for these subgroups.
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