Summary:
The city of Rockingham, North Carolina is home to 7 schools, including 4 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 2 high schools. The schools in this district serve a predominantly economically disadvantaged student population, with all schools reporting extremely high free/reduced lunch rates exceeding 96%.
Among the standout schools in Rockingham, L.J. Bell Elementary and Rockingham Middle are the top performers, with students exceeding district and state averages in math and English proficiency. In contrast, Ashley Chapel Educational Center is the lowest-performing school, with proficiency rates well below the district and state levels across all subjects and grade levels.
The data reveals significant disparities in academic performance between the schools in the Richmond County Schools district, suggesting a need for targeted interventions to support the lower-performing schools. Additionally, the data shows that higher spending per student does not necessarily translate to better academic outcomes, highlighting the importance of factors such as resource allocation, teaching quality, and school leadership in driving student success.
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