Summary:
The 27207 zip code area in Chatham County, North Carolina is home to 3 schools, including 1 elementary school, 2 high schools (one of which is a virtual school), and no middle schools. The schools in this area serve diverse student populations and demonstrate a mix of academic strengths and challenges.
Chatham Central High has a majority white student population, but its test scores are generally below the Chatham County Schools and North Carolina state averages, with the exception of Math III. In contrast, Bonlee School, the area's elementary school, has the highest percentage of free/reduced lunch recipients at 60.96%, indicating a relatively high-need student population. While Bonlee's test scores are mixed, its 8th grade science proficiency rate of 82.4% is significantly higher than the county and state averages, suggesting a potential strength in science education.
The Chatham County Schools Virtual Academy, a unique virtual high school, has a more diverse student population with higher percentages of African American and Hispanic students compared to the other schools. The school's test score performance is also varied, with some grade levels performing below the county and state averages in math and reading, but excelling in 8th grade science. These findings highlight the importance of considering factors like student demographics, free/reduced lunch rates, and spending per student when evaluating school performance and identifying areas for improvement.
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