Summary:
The Columbus Municipal School District in Mississippi has only one high school, Columbus High School, which serves students in grades 9-12. Despite the school's relatively high per-student spending and low student-teacher ratio, it faces significant academic challenges, with consistently low proficiency rates and a bottom-half statewide ranking.
Columbus High School's student population is predominantly African American (94.43%), and 100% of its students qualify for free or reduced-price lunch, indicating a high level of economic disadvantage. The school's academic performance, as measured by MAAP (Mississippi Academic Assessment Program) exam proficiency rates, is significantly lower than the state averages across all subjects, including Algebra I, English II, Biology, and U.S. History.
The data suggests that the academic struggles at Columbus High School may be influenced by a combination of socioeconomic factors and equity concerns. The school's persistent underperformance, despite the available resources, highlights the need for targeted interventions and support to address the unique challenges faced by its students and promote educational equity within the Columbus Municipal School District.
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