Summary:
The 27105 zip code area of Winston-Salem, North Carolina is home to 13 diverse schools, including 6 elementary schools, 3 middle schools, 2 high schools, and 2 alternative schools. While the schools serve a predominantly disadvantaged student population, with high rates of poverty and racial diversity, a few standout institutions like Paisley IB Magnet School and Quality Education Academy are outperforming the district and state averages on state assessments, particularly in mathematics and science.
The data reveals stark disparities in academic performance across the schools in this area. While Paisley IB Magnet and Quality Education Academy boast strong proficiency rates, many other schools struggle, with test scores well below the Winston Salem / Forsyth County Schools and North Carolina state averages. This suggests that students in the 27105 zip code face significant educational inequities, likely exacerbated by the high concentrations of poverty in the community. The wide range in per-student spending, from around $8,900 to over $38,000, also points to funding disparities that may contribute to the performance gaps.
Interestingly, the data set includes several specialized school models, such as the International Baccalaureate (IB) program at Paisley and the public charter Quality Education Academy, which appear to be outperforming the traditional public schools in the area. This suggests that innovative educational approaches may hold promise for addressing the challenges faced by schools in this community.
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