Decatur County

The Decatur County school district in Georgia consists of 6 schools, including 3 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 2 high schools (one of which is an alternative school). The district serves a high-poverty student population, with all schools reporting 100% of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch.

Among the standout schools in the district, Bainbridge High School stands out with the highest student enrollment (1,229 students) and the highest 4-year graduation rate (95.5%). This school also outperforms the Decatur County and Georgia averages on state assessments in several subject areas. In contrast, the New Beginning Learning Center, an alternative high school, has the lowest performance across the board, with very low proficiency rates and a 4-year graduation rate of only 71.2%.

The data reveals significant disparities in student outcomes across the Decatur County district, with all schools rated 1 or 2 stars by SchoolDigger. This suggests systemic challenges that may need to be addressed, potentially through targeted interventions and increased funding, especially for the most vulnerable student populations. The contrast in performance between the top-performing Bainbridge High School and the struggling New Beginning Learning Center highlights the need for a multi-faceted approach to improve educational outcomes across the district.