Summary:
The 27020 zip code has only one school, West Yadkin Elementary, a public elementary school serving grades PK-5 with a total enrollment of 449 students. The school's student population is predominantly White (63.47%) and Hispanic (33.41%), and a significant portion (67.26%) of students are eligible for free or reduced-price lunch, indicating a relatively low-income community.
West Yadkin Elementary's academic performance, as measured by state standardized test scores, is generally below the Yadkin County Schools and North Carolina state averages across various subjects and grade levels. The school's proficiency rates range from 31.4% to 55.6% in mathematics and 36.1% to 41.4% in reading, lagging behind the district and state averages. Additionally, the school's performance has declined over the past three years, with its statewide ranking dropping from 698 out of 1,514 elementary schools in 2021-2022 to 1,178 out of 1,505 in 2023-2024, and its SchoolDigger rating decreasing from 3 stars to 1 star.
The declining academic performance and the socioeconomic challenges faced by the school community are the most notable findings. The high percentage of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch suggests that the school may be serving a predominantly low-income community, which can present unique challenges in terms of educational resources, student support, and academic outcomes. Additionally, the significant racial/ethnic disparities in the student population could indicate potential equity issues that may require further analysis and targeted interventions.
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