Summary:
The 36005 zip code area is home to a single elementary school, Banks School, which serves grades PK-8 with a total enrollment of 351 students. While the school has a diverse student population, with a significant percentage of African American and Hispanic students, the racial makeup is predominantly White. Academically, the school faces some challenges, with proficiency rates in mathematics and science falling below the Pike County and Alabama state averages, though its English language arts performance is more mixed, with some grade levels performing above the county and state averages.
The school's high percentage of students (68.09%) receiving free or reduced-price lunch suggests that it serves a population with significant economic challenges, which may have implications for the resources and support needed to address the educational needs of these students. The school's per-student spending for the 2018-2019 school year was $11,016, and the student-teacher ratio for the 2022-2023 school year was 15.9, slightly higher than the typical recommended ratio.
Despite the academic performance challenges, the school's ranking and star rating from SchoolDigger suggest that there is room for improvement. The school's ranking has fluctuated between 234 and 297 out of 680-687 Alabama elementary schools, with a consistent 3-star rating. This indicates that the school has the potential to enhance its performance and outcomes with the right strategies and resources, particularly in the areas of mathematics and science.
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