Summary:
The 20705 zip code area in Prince George's County, Maryland is home to 6 schools, including 3 elementary schools, 1 middle school, 1 high school, and 1 alternative school. These schools serve a diverse student population, with a high percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, indicating a predominantly low-income community.
Among the standout schools in the area, Beltsville Academy stands out with the highest overall test scores, with 40.6% of students proficient or better in English Language Arts and 12.8% in Mathematics. Vansville Elementary also performs well, with the second-highest test scores in the area. In contrast, the other schools generally perform below the state and district averages in both English Language Arts and Mathematics proficiency.
The data also reveals significant disparities in funding and resources across the schools, with the James E. Duckworth alternative school spending over $61,000 per student, significantly more than the other schools. This suggests that the alternative school may be catering to students with specialized needs or challenges that require more individualized attention and resources. Overall, the analysis of the schools in the 20705 zip code area highlights the need for a closer examination of equity and the distribution of resources within the Prince George's County Public Schools district.
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