Summary:
The city of Four Oaks, North Carolina is home to three public schools - one elementary, one middle, and one high school - all part of the Johnston County Public Schools district. While the schools generally perform below district and state averages on standardized tests, Four Oaks Elementary and Four Oaks Middle stand out with relatively higher science scores. The schools serve a diverse student population, with a significant percentage of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch, indicating socioeconomic challenges that may impact academic performance.
Four Oaks Elementary has the highest spending per student at $10,186 and the lowest student-teacher ratio at 14.8, which may contribute to its relatively strong science scores. Four Oaks Middle has also seen an improvement in its statewide ranking, moving from 456th to 286th out of 793 North Carolina middle schools. In contrast, South Johnston High has the highest student-teacher ratio at 17.3 and the lowest spending per student at $9,204.
Overall, the schools in Four Oaks face challenges in academic achievement, with the majority of students performing below district and state averages on standardized tests. However, the strengths in science education at the elementary and middle school levels, as well as the variations in school characteristics, suggest opportunities for collaboration and sharing of best practices within the district to improve overall student outcomes.
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