Summary:
The city of Swainsboro, Georgia is home to two elementary schools - Swainsboro Primary School (grades PK-2) and Swainsboro Elementary School (grades 3-5). Both schools face significant challenges, with low academic performance and extremely high rates of students from low-income families.
Swainsboro Primary School is ranked 3 out of 5 stars by SchoolDigger, while Swainsboro Elementary School is ranked 2 out of 5 stars. Swainsboro Elementary School's statewide ranking has declined over the past 3 years, from 819th out of 1,244 Georgia elementary schools in 2021-2022 to 870th out of 1,248 in 2023-2024. Both schools perform significantly below the Emanuel County and Georgia averages on standardized tests.
The high poverty levels in the area are evident, with both schools having over 98% of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch. This indicates a significant socioeconomic challenge that likely impacts student learning and achievement. While Swainsboro Primary School spends more per student than Swainsboro Elementary School, the schools' performance gap suggests a need for targeted interventions and support programs to address the unique needs of their student populations and improve academic outcomes.
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