Summary:
The city of Saucier, Mississippi is home to two elementary schools, West Wortham Elementary And Middle and Saucier Elementary School, both part of the Harrison County School District. West Wortham Elementary And Middle stands out as a top-performing school, consistently ranking among the best in Mississippi and earning a 5-star rating from SchoolDigger. The school's test scores significantly outpace the district and state averages, particularly in Mathematics, where 97% of 3rd graders and 85.6% of 5th graders are proficient or better.
Both schools serve predominantly white student populations, with high rates of free and reduced lunch recipients, indicating a high level of economic disadvantage in the Saucier area. While West Wortham Elementary And Middle spends $7,821 per student, Saucier Elementary spends $8,715 per student, a notable difference that may contribute to the performance gap between the two schools. The student-teacher ratios are similar, with West Wortham at 14.2 and Saucier Elementary at 14.4.
The data analysis highlights the exceptional performance of West Wortham Elementary And Middle within the Harrison County School District, but also raises questions about the challenges faced by both schools due to the high poverty rates and lack of racial diversity in their student populations. Further investigation into the factors behind the spending differences and their impact on educational outcomes would provide valuable insights for the Saucier community.
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