Summary:
The city of Raymond, Mississippi is home to two distinct schools: Raymond High School, a traditional high school, and Williams School, an alternative school serving grades 4-12. While the schools differ in size and approach, they both serve a student population facing significant socioeconomic challenges, as evidenced by their exceptionally high free and reduced lunch rates.
Raymond High School is the larger of the two, with 570 students, and has a diverse student body that is 85.26% African American, 10.35% White, and 3.68% Hispanic. However, the school has consistently ranked in the bottom half of Mississippi high schools, with low proficiency rates in key subjects like English II (42.5%) and Biology (51.5%). In contrast, Williams School, with just 28 students, boasts a highly personalized learning environment with an exceptional student-teacher ratio of 2:1, though it lacks statewide ranking and rating information.
The data highlights the challenges faced by schools in the Hinds County School District, where both Raymond High School and Williams School struggle with high poverty rates and underperformance compared to state averages. Addressing these socioeconomic factors and improving academic outcomes should be key priorities for the local education system, ensuring that all students in Raymond have access to quality educational opportunities.
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