Summary:
The city of Hudson, North Carolina is home to 5 schools, including 1 elementary school, 1 middle school, and 3 high schools. The schools in this district serve a diverse student population with varying levels of economic disadvantage, as indicated by the wide range of free/reduced lunch rates across the schools.
The standout performers in the district are the two early college/specialized high schools, Caldwell Early College and Caldwell Applied Sciences Academy. These schools consistently rank among the top 20% of high schools in Caldwell County Schools, with significantly higher test scores than the district and state averages, particularly in Math I and English II. In contrast, the other high school, South Caldwell High, and the elementary/middle schools perform closer to or slightly below the district and state levels.
The early college/specialized high schools also have lower per-student spending compared to the other schools, despite having higher student-teacher ratios. This suggests that these schools are able to provide a more rigorous and effective education for their students through efficient resource allocation and selective enrollment. Overall, the data indicates that the early college/specialized high schools in Hudson, North Carolina are the clear standouts in the district, offering students a more challenging academic experience and better outcomes.
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