Putnam County

The Putnam County school district in Georgia consists of 4 schools serving students from elementary through high school. While the district as a whole faces economic challenges, with all schools having very high free/reduced lunch rates, there are some standout performers worth noting. Putnam County Middle School stands out for its relatively strong performance on state assessments, with the highest proficiency rates in the district across several subjects. In contrast, Putnam County High School has lower proficiency rates compared to state averages, but maintains a respectable 90.1% four-year graduation rate.

The district-wide 2-star rating from SchoolDigger indicates a consistent level of performance across the schools, but there may be an opportunity to learn from the practices at Putnam County Middle School and apply them to the other schools in the Putnam County district. The variation in spending per student across the schools may also suggest differences in funding allocation or priorities that could be further investigated.

Overall, the data provides a comprehensive snapshot of the schools in Putnam County, highlighting both areas of strength and areas for potential improvement. The analysis suggests that the district could benefit from a closer examination of the practices and strategies employed at the middle school level, while also addressing the broader economic challenges faced by the community.