Summary:
The city of Claxton, Georgia is home to 5 schools serving students from elementary through high school, including 1 alternative high school. Overall, the schools in Claxton face significant challenges, with academic performance well below state averages. However, there are a few standout schools worth highlighting.
Claxton High School stands out with the highest 4-year graduation rate at 93.1%, which is above the state average. However, the school's academic performance on state assessments is still relatively low compared to the state. In contrast, Second Chance, the alternative high school, has a very high percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch at 97.83%, indicating a high-need student population. While the school's test scores are extremely low, this is not unexpected given the challenges faced by students in alternative programs.
Across the Claxton school district, academic performance is generally poor, with proficiency rates on state assessments well below state averages. For example, at Claxton Elementary School, only 11.1% to 15.3% of 3rd-5th grade students were proficient or better in English Language Arts, compared to the state average of 37-48.2%. The district as a whole ranks 200 out of 203 districts in Georgia, suggesting systemic challenges that need to be addressed. Targeted interventions and additional resources may be needed to support the high-poverty student population across the Claxton schools.
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