Summary:
The data set provided information on a single school, Sand Rock High School, located in the 35983 zip code. This alternative school serves grades PK-12 and has a total enrollment of 773 students. It is part of the Cherokee County school district, which is ranked 69 out of 137 districts in Alabama and has a 3-star rating from SchoolDigger.
Sand Rock High School's student population is predominantly White (91.07%), with smaller percentages of Hispanic (4.27%), Native American (2.46%), and other racial/ethnic groups. The school's academic performance varies across different subject areas and grade levels, with some grades performing above the county and state averages in mathematics, science, and English proficiency, while others lag behind. The school has a high percentage of students (61.58%) eligible for free or reduced-price lunch, indicating significant economic challenges faced by the student population.
Despite the relatively high spending per student ($10,109) and the school's status as an alternative school, which suggests additional resources may be allocated to support the unique needs of this student population, the academic performance of Sand Rock High School remains mixed. This highlights the importance of considering multiple factors, such as student demographics, resource allocation, and contextual comparisons, to gain a comprehensive understanding of the school's performance and identify opportunities for improvement.
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