Summary:
The city of Branchville, South Carolina is home to two schools - Branchville High and Lockett Elementary, both part of the Orangeburg School District. While Branchville High is excelling academically, with test scores well above district and state averages, Lockett Elementary is struggling, with proficiency rates significantly below state benchmarks.
Branchville High stands out for its strong performance on key assessments, including EOCEP/Algebra 1, EOCEP/English 1, EOCEP/U.S. History, and SC READY/English Language Arts for 6th-8th grades. In contrast, Lockett Elementary's math proficiency rates are a bright spot, with 72.7% of 3rd graders, 78.1% of 4th graders, and 65% of 5th graders scoring proficient or better on the SC READY math assessments - significantly higher than district and state averages.
Both schools serve economically disadvantaged student populations, with 100% of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch. However, Lockett Elementary spends $14,181 per student, while Branchville High spends $12,488 per student, suggesting a relatively high level of investment in the schools. The student-teacher ratios are also lower than the state average, potentially allowing for more individualized attention. These disparities in academic performance and resource allocation within the same district warrant further investigation to ensure equitable opportunities for all students in Branchville.
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