Summary:
The 21643 zip code area in Dorchester County, Maryland is home to 3 public schools serving students from elementary through high school, all part of the Dorchester County Public Schools district. While the schools share similar socioeconomic challenges, with all students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch, their academic performance and statewide rankings vary significantly.
North Dorchester High School has the largest enrollment but the lowest statewide ranking, performing below the state average on standardized tests. In contrast, North Dorchester Middle School has a higher ranking and better test scores, though still trailing the state. The smallest school, Hurlock Elementary School, has the lowest statewide ranking and the weakest academic performance of the three, with test scores well below the state average.
Despite the diverse student populations at these schools, with a mix of White, African American, and Hispanic students, the data suggests that the schools in the 21643 zip code area face significant challenges in terms of academic achievement and resource allocation. Targeted interventions and a deeper understanding of the underlying factors contributing to these challenges could help improve educational outcomes for the students in this community.
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