Summary:
The city of Mebane, North Carolina is home to 7 schools, including 4 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 1 high school. These schools serve a diverse student population and demonstrate a wide range of academic performance, with some standout institutions and others struggling to meet state averages.
Among the top-performing schools in Mebane are Hawfields Middle School, which consistently ranks in the top 25% of middle schools in North Carolina, and Audrey W. Garrett Elementary, which also performs exceptionally well, ranking in the top 25% of elementary schools statewide. These schools boast strong test scores, particularly in math and science, outpacing district and state averages. In contrast, South Elementary struggles, with proficiency rates well below the state average.
The data reveals a clear correlation between socioeconomic status, as measured by free and reduced-price lunch rates, and academic performance. Schools with the highest percentages of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, such as South Elementary, tend to have the lowest test scores. This suggests significant disparities in educational opportunities and resources within the Alamance-Burlington Schools district, which oversees most of the Mebane schools, as well as the Caswell County Schools district, which includes one of the Mebane schools. Addressing these equity concerns should be a priority for the community.
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