Summary:
The South Delta School District in Mississippi is home to a single elementary school, South Delta Elementary School, which serves students from pre-kindergarten through 5th grade. This school faces significant academic challenges, with consistently low proficiency rates across all grade levels and subject areas compared to state averages.
South Delta Elementary School has a student population that is overwhelmingly African American (97.45%) and economically disadvantaged, with 100% of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch. The school's academic performance, as measured by MAAP (Mississippi Academic Assessment Program) test scores, is well below state averages, ranging from 14.7% proficiency in 3rd grade math to 52.9% in 5th grade science, compared to state averages of 53.3% to 71.2% in those respective areas. This trend has persisted over the past two school years, indicating a need for targeted interventions and support to address the school's academic challenges.
The school's per-student spending of $9,609 for the 2018-2019 school year is above the state average, but may not be sufficient to overcome the significant barriers faced by the student population. Additionally, the South Delta School District as a whole is ranked 122 out of 130 districts in Mississippi and is rated 0 stars out of 5 by SchoolDigger, suggesting that the district-level challenges may also be contributing to the struggles of South Delta Elementary School. Addressing these systemic issues through increased funding, professional development, and evidence-based instructional programs will be crucial in improving educational outcomes for the students of this school.
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