Summary:
The 27407 zip code area of Greensboro, North Carolina is home to 8 schools, including 6 elementary schools and 2 high schools, all part of the Guilford County Schools district. While the district as a whole is ranked 149 out of 242 in North Carolina and has a 2-star rating, the schools in this area exhibit a wide range of performance, with some standouts and others facing significant challenges.
The Academy at Smith, a public magnet high school, is the top performer in the data set, ranking 267 out of 640 high schools in the state and earning a 3-star rating. Its students excel on End-of-Course exams, with 60.3% proficient or better in English II and 87.5% in Math III. Another high-performing school is Pilot Elementary, which ranks 742 out of 1,505 elementary schools and has a 3-star rating, with students outperforming district and state averages on End-of-Grade exams.
In contrast, several schools in the 27407 zip code struggle with high poverty levels, with free and reduced lunch rates ranging from 70.32% at Pilot Elementary to an alarming 99.78% at Ben L. Smith High School. These high-poverty schools tend to have the lowest performance metrics, highlighting the significant challenges faced by economically disadvantaged students. The data suggests that factors beyond just economic status may be contributing to these disparities, and targeted interventions and support could be crucial in ensuring equitable access to quality education for all students in the area.
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