Summary:
The city of Cedartown, Georgia, is home to 7 schools, including 4 elementary schools, 1 middle school, 1 high school, and 1 alternative school. While the schools in Cedartown generally underperform compared to state averages on standardized tests, a few standout institutions emerge from the data.
Cedartown High School has shown improvement in its statewide ranking, moving from 242nd out of 442 Georgia high schools in 2022-2023 to 205th out of 458 in 2023-2024. Its 86.9% four-year graduation rate is also noteworthy. Meanwhile, Westside Elementary School has consistently performed above the Polk County and Georgia averages in English Language Arts and Mathematics proficiency rates for grades 3-5.
The data also highlights the challenges faced by the Cedartown school district, with high rates of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, ranging from 77.89% to 93.48%. This indicates a significant economically disadvantaged student population. Additionally, the alternative school, Harpst Academy, serves a unique population with a low 18.2% four-year graduation rate and high 93.48% free/reduced lunch rate, suggesting the need for targeted interventions and support to improve outcomes for these students.
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