Summary:
The 30904 zip code area of Richmond County, Georgia is home to 4 schools - 3 elementary schools and 1 high school, all part of the Richmond County school district. While the schools face significant academic challenges, with consistently low performance on state assessments, a few standout institutions show promise.
Garrett Elementary School ranks the highest among the 4 schools, with the best proficiency rates in English Language Arts and Mathematics. It also spends the most per student at $10,622. In contrast, Academy of Richmond County High School has the highest 4-year graduation rate at 82.6%, outperforming the district average on several state assessments, though still lagging behind the state.
All 4 schools serve predominantly low-income communities, with free/reduced lunch rates ranging from 97.98% to 98.1%. This high-poverty student population likely contributes to the overall academic struggles, which are reflected in single-digit or low-teen proficiency rates on state tests. While the data paints a concerning picture, the standout performance of Garrett Elementary and the relatively higher graduation rate at the high school level suggest that there are pockets of success that could be leveraged to drive improvements across the district.
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