Summary:
The city of Rowesville, South Carolina is home to two underperforming public schools - Bethune-Bowman Middle/High and Bethune-Bowman Elementary. Both schools serve a predominantly low-income, minority student population and consistently rank among the lowest-performing schools in the state, with 0 out of 5 star ratings from SchoolDigger.
Across a range of metrics, the Rowesville schools significantly underperform compared to state and district averages. Proficiency rates on standardized tests are often less than half the state average, indicating a significant achievement gap. Despite relatively high per-student spending and student-teacher ratios, the schools continue to struggle, suggesting that factors beyond just funding and resources may be contributing to their poor performance.
Overall, the data paints a concerning picture of the educational landscape in Rowesville, with both the middle/high school and elementary school performing well below state and district standards. Addressing the systemic challenges facing these schools will likely require a multi-faceted approach targeting instructional quality, student support services, and community engagement to improve outcomes for the students in this area.
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