Summary:
The city of Harrisburg, North Carolina is home to 5 schools, including 3 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school. These schools serve students across various grade levels and provide a diverse educational landscape for the local community.
Among the standout schools in Harrisburg, Hickory Ridge High School consistently ranks among the top 25% of high schools in North Carolina, with a 4-star rating and strong test scores, outperforming the state and district averages. Similarly, Hickory Ridge Elementary School and Hickory Ridge Middle School are exceptional performers, ranking in the top 10% and 5% of North Carolina schools, respectively, with consistently high test scores across all grade levels.
In contrast, the public charter school A.C.E. Academy has significantly lower test scores compared to the other schools in the area, despite having a relatively low student-teacher ratio. This suggests potential challenges in the school's curriculum, teaching methods, or student population. The racial and economic diversity of the schools also varies, with Harrisburg Elementary and A.C.E. Academy serving higher concentrations of students from lower-income families. Overall, the data highlights the strong performance of the Hickory Ridge schools, while also revealing areas for improvement within the Harrisburg school district.
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