Grady County

The Grady County school district in Georgia consists of 7 schools, including 5 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school. The data reveals significant disparities in academic performance across the district, with some schools like Shiver Elementary School and Whigham Elementary School demonstrating strong results, while others like Eastside Elementary School and Southside Elementary School lag behind the county and state averages.

The high-performing schools, Shiver and Whigham, excel on Milestones Assessments, with Shiver having the highest proficiency rates in 8th grade math and science, and Whigham leading the county in 3rd grade math proficiency. Meanwhile, Washington Middle School stands out for its exceptional Algebra I proficiency, with 76.7% of students scoring proficient or better, far exceeding the county and state averages. However, the middle and high school performance in the district generally lags behind, indicating a need for targeted interventions at those grade levels.

Across the district, all schools have 100% of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch, reflecting the high levels of economic disadvantage in the area. This likely contributes to the overall lower performance compared to state averages. The data also suggests a correlation between higher per-student spending and stronger academic outcomes, with the top-performing schools like Shiver and Whigham receiving the highest levels of funding. Addressing these disparities and the challenges of high poverty will be crucial for improving student success throughout the Grady County school district.