Best Public Schools in Zip Code 30909


Summary:

The 30909 zip code area of Augusta, Georgia is home to 9 schools, including 6 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 1 alternative school. This community faces significant challenges, with all schools serving high-poverty student populations and displaying wide disparities in academic performance.

Among the standout schools in this area is Lake Forest Hills Elementary School, which consistently ranks among the top elementary schools in the state and has significantly higher proficiency rates in core subjects compared to district and state averages. In contrast, the middle schools in this area, particularly Langford Middle School and Tutt Middle School, struggle with very low proficiency rates across multiple subjects, suggesting a need for targeted interventions.

The data reveals stark differences in academic performance between the schools, with proficiency rates ranging from as low as 8.6% at Merry Elementary School to as high as 53.4% at Lake Forest Hills Elementary School in 5th grade English Language Arts. This disparity highlights the significant challenges facing the Richmond County school district in addressing the needs of economically disadvantaged students and ensuring equitable educational opportunities for all.








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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the Georgia Department of Education.

IMPORTANT DISCLAIMERS: Not all boundaries are included. We make every effort to ensure that boundaries are up-to-date. But it's important to note that these are approximations and are for general informational purposes only. To verify legal descriptions of boundaries or school locations, contact your local tax assessor's office and/or school district.





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