Summary:
Thomas Academy is the sole public charter high school serving grades 6-12 in Lake Waccamaw, North Carolina, with a total enrollment of 71 students. The school has a diverse student population, but its academic performance has been a concern, with low proficiency rates and a fluctuating ranking that has placed it among the lowest-performing schools in the state.
According to the data, Thomas Academy has a student population that is 38.03% white, 32.39% African American, 11.27% Hispanic, 2.82% Native American, and 15.49% two or more races. The school's academic performance is particularly concerning, with only 8.3% of 7th-grade students proficient or better in EOG/Reading, compared to the state average of 50.2%. The school's ranking has also been unstable, ranging from 619 out of 621 (0 stars) in the 2020-2021 school year to 425 out of 626 (2 stars) in the current 2022-2023 school year.
The data suggests that Thomas Academy may be facing significant challenges in providing a high-quality education to its diverse student population. The low academic performance, fluctuating rankings, and potential socioeconomic challenges faced by the students indicate that the school may require targeted interventions and support to improve student outcomes and ensure that all students have access to a quality education.
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