Edenton-Chowan Schools

The Edenton-Chowan Schools district in North Carolina comprises four schools: two elementary schools (White Oak Elementary and D F Walker Elementary), one middle school (Chowan Middle), and one high school (John A Holmes High). The district serves a diverse student population, with a significant percentage of economically disadvantaged students.

Among the standout schools in the district, Chowan Middle stands out for its strong performance on state assessments, particularly in 6th, 7th, and 8th grade math, as well as 8th grade science. D F Walker Elementary also has some bright spots, with a higher-than-average 3rd grade math proficiency rate and a solid 5th grade math performance. However, the district as a whole faces challenges, with significant gaps in math and reading proficiency compared to state averages, especially at the middle and high school levels.

The high rates of free and reduced-price lunch recipients across the district indicate that a large portion of the student population comes from economically disadvantaged backgrounds, which may present challenges in terms of resource allocation and targeted support. While the district's overall performance lags behind the state, the data suggests areas where individual schools are excelling, and identifying and replicating these successes could help drive improvement across the Edenton-Chowan Schools district.