Summary:
The city of Battleboro, North Carolina is home to 4 schools - 2 elementary schools and 2 middle schools, serving students from pre-K through 8th grade. The schools in this area face significant challenges, with high rates of poverty and economic need among the student populations.
Among the standout schools, M B Hubbard Elementary stands out for its relatively strong test scores despite serving a high-need student population, with 85.26% of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch. In contrast, Coker-Wimberly Elementary has the highest rate of free and reduced lunch recipients at 98.81%, and the lowest test scores across the board. The middle schools also show disparities, with Phillips Middle consistently ranking in the bottom quartile of North Carolina middle schools and underperforming on standardized tests.
The data reveals significant funding and resource inequities across the schools, with per-student spending ranging from $8,118 at Red Oak Middle to $13,631 at Phillips Middle. This suggests that the high-need schools, particularly those serving predominantly low-income and minority student populations, may not be receiving the resources and support they require to improve academic outcomes. Addressing these disparities and providing targeted interventions should be a priority for the Nash County Public Schools and Edgecombe County Public Schools districts.
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