Summary:
The Lowndes County School District in Mississippi is home to three elementary schools serving students from kindergarten through 5th grade. While the schools share a common district, the data reveals significant disparities in their academic performance and student demographics.
Caledonia Elementary School stands out as the highest-performing school in the district, consistently ranking among the top 32 elementary schools in Mississippi and earning a 5-star rating from SchoolDigger. Caledonia Elementary's test scores, particularly in English Language Arts and Mathematics, are significantly higher than the district and state averages. In contrast, West Lowndes Elementary appears to be the lowest-performing school, with a 2-star rating and test scores that lag behind the district and state.
The data also highlights significant racial disparities among the schools, with Caledonia Elementary having a predominantly white student population, while West Lowndes Elementary is predominantly African American. Additionally, all three schools serve a predominantly low-income population, with very high percentages of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch. Despite the higher per-student spending at West Lowndes Elementary, the school's academic performance remains significantly lower than the district and state averages.
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