Summary:
The 35160 zip code area in Talladega, Alabama is home to 7 schools across two school districts - Talladega City and Talladega County. This includes 3 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 2 high schools, serving a student population facing significant economic challenges.
Among the standout schools, Stemley Road Elementary School has the highest overall performance, with stronger test scores across subjects compared to the Talladega City and Alabama averages. In contrast, Talladega County Central High ranks in the bottom 5% of Alabama high schools, with a very high percentage of African American students at 90.48%. Talladega High School stands out for its more diverse student population, with 21.08% white students, 70.85% African American, and 5.16% Hispanic.
Across the schools, test scores are generally below state averages, with particularly low proficiency rates in math and English language arts. Most schools also have very high percentages of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, ranging from 66.67% to 92.54%, indicating significant economic disadvantage in the student population. While higher-spending schools tend to perform better academically, addressing the systemic challenges of poverty, achievement gaps, and uneven performance across grade levels will require a multi-faceted approach to support the schools and community in this area.
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