Summary:
Swain County Schools in North Carolina is home to a single high school, Swain County High School, which serves 560 students in grades 9-12. The school has a unique demographic makeup, with a relatively high percentage of Native American students (18.04%) compared to the state average. However, Swain County High School faces academic performance challenges, with consistently lower proficiency rates on End-of-Course exams across all subjects compared to the state averages.
Despite the school district's higher-than-average spending per student ($12,889), Swain County High School's performance has declined over the past three years, with its statewide ranking dropping from 314 out of 621 high schools in 2021-2022 to 486 out of 640 in 2023-2024. This suggests that simply increasing funding may not be the sole solution to improving educational outcomes. The school also has a high percentage of economically disadvantaged students, with 51.43% of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, indicating the need for targeted interventions and support to address the unique needs of this population.
Overall, the data highlights the challenges faced by Swain County Schools in providing quality education and supporting student achievement at the high school level. The district and school leadership will need to identify and address the root causes of the academic performance issues, potentially through collaborative efforts with the community, to ensure that all students at Swain County High School have the opportunity to succeed.
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