Summary:
The Marion County School District in Mississippi is home to two high schools: West Marion High School and East Marion High School. While both schools serve a predominantly economically disadvantaged student population, there is a notable disparity in their academic performance.
West Marion High School consistently outperforms its counterpart, ranking higher in the statewide SchoolDigger rankings and exceeding the district and state averages in several test score categories, particularly in Algebra I and U.S. History. The school maintains a relatively balanced racial makeup, with a majority White student population but a significant African American representation.
In contrast, East Marion High School struggles with lower test scores, particularly in English Language Arts and English II, where the school lags behind the district and state averages. However, the school's performance in Science and Biology is closer to the district and state averages. The school has a higher percentage of African American students (72.73%) compared to West Marion High School. These disparities in academic performance and student demographics raise questions about the potential influence of socioeconomic factors, resource allocation, and other systemic issues that may be contributing to the achievement gap within the Marion County School District.
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