Summary:
The West Point Consolidated School District has only one middle school, Fifth Street School, which serves 526 students in grades 5-7. The school faces significant challenges, with a declining statewide ranking and academic performance that consistently falls below the state average on standardized tests.
Fifth Street School serves a predominantly low-income student population, with 100% of its students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch. Despite having a relatively small student-teacher ratio of 11.4 to 1, the school's academic performance remains a concern. Its statewide ranking has dropped from 137th out of 257 middle schools in 2021-2022 to 154th out of 264 in 2023-2024, with a consistent 2-star rating from SchoolDigger.
The school's MAAP (Mississippi Academic Assessment Program) test scores are generally below the state average across grade levels and subject areas, indicating a need for targeted interventions and support to improve student learning outcomes. Addressing these challenges will likely require a comprehensive, data-driven approach to improve teaching and learning, as well as targeted support for students and families in this high-poverty community.
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