Summary:
The 35126 zip code area is home to 5 schools, including 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 2 high schools. While the schools in this area face significant challenges, with consistently low academic performance compared to county and state averages, a closer look reveals some potential bright spots that could be leveraged to improve student outcomes.
The standout schools in this area are Kermit Johnson School, an elementary school with the highest proficiency rates in English Language Arts across grades 3-5, and Rudd Middle School, which has relatively stronger ELA proficiency rates compared to math and science. However, the majority of schools in the 35126 zip code area are underperforming, with significantly lower proficiency rates in math, science, and ELA compared to the Jefferson County and state averages. This suggests a need for targeted interventions and support to address the challenges these schools face.
The high rates of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, ranging from 54.43% to 81.05%, indicate that the schools serve a population with significant socioeconomic challenges. This may contribute to the low academic performance and could require additional resources and support to address these challenges. Despite the overall concerns, the data analysis highlights the importance of disaggregating data to identify areas of strength and weakness, as well as the potential for leveraging pockets of success to drive improvement across the board.
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