Summary:
The schools in East Carroll Parish, Louisiana serve a predominantly low-income, African American student population across 1 elementary school, 1 middle school, and 1 high school. Unfortunately, these schools consistently underperform compared to state averages, with low proficiency rates in both math and English language arts.
The three schools in the district - Southside Elementary School, General Trass High School, and Griffin Middle School Academy - all rank in the bottom 30% of their respective school types statewide. Proficiency rates range from just 13% to 66% compared to state averages of 54% to 71%. These schools also serve student populations that are 85-96% eligible for free or reduced-price lunch, indicating high levels of poverty in the community.
Addressing the systemic issues within the East Carroll Parish school district, such as resource challenges, teacher retention, and factors contributing to the low academic achievement, will be crucial for improving educational outcomes for the students in this community.
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