Summary:
The 28128 zip code area in Stanly County, North Carolina is home to 4 schools serving students from elementary through high school, all part of the Stanly County Schools district. The data reveals a mix of performance, with some standout schools like Aquadale Elementary and areas of concern, such as the declining performance at South Stanly High School.
Aquadale Elementary stands out with its high proficiency rates in mathematics, reading, and science, as well as a low student-teacher ratio of 12.2. In contrast, Norwood Elementary has shown significant improvement, moving up in the state rankings, and has a particularly strong 3rd-grade mathematics proficiency rate. However, both elementary schools serve communities with high percentages of free/reduced lunch recipients, suggesting socioeconomic challenges that may impact student outcomes.
At the secondary level, South Stanly High School has seen a steady decline in its statewide ranking and relatively low proficiency rates in End-of-Course exams, raising concerns about the quality of education and the need for targeted interventions. South Stanly Middle School has mixed performance, with some grade levels exceeding the district and state averages in mathematics and reading, while others fall behind.
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