Summary:
The Dorchester County Public Schools district in Maryland is home to two high schools: Cambridge-South Dorchester High School and North Dorchester High School. Both schools serve students in grades 9-12 and face significant challenges, with consistently low academic performance compared to state-wide averages.
The data analysis reveals that neither school is a standout performer, with both institutions ranking in the bottom quarter of Maryland high schools. Academic proficiency rates in English Language Arts and Math are alarmingly low, with Cambridge-South Dorchester High School's 10th grade English Language Arts proficiency at just 31.6% and North Dorchester High School's Algebra I proficiency at a mere 5.6%, compared to state averages of 53.5% and 17.2%, respectively. These schools serve predominantly low-income student populations, with 100% of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch.
Despite relatively high per-student spending and student-teacher ratios, the schools have failed to translate these resources into improved academic outcomes. The persistent challenges faced by these high schools suggest a need for a comprehensive review of the Dorchester County Public Schools district's strategies and interventions to address the systemic issues impacting student achievement.
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