Summary:
The 35966 zip code in Jackson County, Alabama is home to a single elementary school, Flat Rock School, which serves grades PK-8 with a total enrollment of 127 students. While Flat Rock School has a unique student population with a high percentage of Native American students, its academic performance on standardized tests generally lags behind the county and state averages.
Flat Rock School's student body is 79.53% White and 18.11% Native American, a demographic composition that differs significantly from the broader region. The school's academic performance is mixed, with some grades and subjects performing better than others. For example, 8th-grade English proficiency is high at 83.33%, but 5th-grade math proficiency is low at 15.38%. Additionally, the school has a high percentage of students (71.65%) receiving free or reduced-price lunch, indicating a relatively high level of economic disadvantage among the student population.
Despite the school's relatively high spending per student of $11,450, which exceeds the state average, its academic outcomes do not appear to be commensurate with the level of funding. This suggests potential challenges in effectively allocating and utilizing resources to support student success. While Flat Rock School faces some challenges, the data suggests there is room for improvement, particularly in areas where the school's performance lags behind the Jackson County and state averages. Targeted interventions and a focus on best practices in teaching and learning could help the school better serve its unique student population.
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