Summary:
The city of Elberton, Georgia is home to 4 schools serving students from elementary through high school, including 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school. Overall, the schools in Elberton face some academic challenges, with the middle and high schools consistently underperforming the state averages on standardized tests. However, Elbert County Elementary School stands out as the highest-performing school in the district, outpacing the state in 3rd grade English Language Arts and Mathematics.
The schools in Elberton serve a population with significant socioeconomic challenges, as evidenced by the high percentages of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, ranging from 58.06% at Elbert County High School to 85.25% at Elbert County Primary School. This may contribute to the academic performance issues observed across the district. Additionally, there are variations in spending per student, with Elbert County High School and Elbert County Primary School spending the most, suggesting that resource allocation may not be evenly distributed.
Despite the challenges, the data also highlights potential opportunities for improvement. By focusing on effective practices observed at Elbert County Elementary School, the district may be able to drive positive change and better support the educational outcomes of its students. Additionally, addressing the socioeconomic challenges and ensuring equitable resource allocation could help the Elbert County schools improve their overall performance.
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