Summary:
The city of Newport, North Carolina is home to two middle schools serving grades 6-8: Broad Creek Middle and Newport Middle. Based on the data provided, Broad Creek Middle emerges as the standout school, consistently ranking in the top 10% of middle schools in Carteret County Public Schools and the state of North Carolina.
Broad Creek Middle boasts impressive academic performance, with 85.4% of 6th graders proficient or better in math, compared to 66.7% for the district and 54.3% for the state. The school's strong results extend across multiple subjects and grade levels, significantly outpacing Newport Middle. Additionally, Broad Creek Middle achieves these outcomes while spending less per student ($8,447) than Newport Middle ($11,529).
Despite the economic challenges facing both schools, with over 97% of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch, Broad Creek Middle stands out as a high-performing institution that effectively utilizes its resources to drive student achievement. In contrast, Newport Middle appears to be struggling to match the academic success of its counterpart, despite its higher spending per student. These findings suggest that factors beyond just socioeconomic status, such as school leadership, teaching quality, and instructional practices, play a crucial role in student outcomes.
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