Summary:
The Greenwood 50 school district in South Carolina is home to 8 elementary schools serving students from pre-kindergarten through 5th grade. These schools vary in size, with student populations ranging from 353 to 758, and demonstrate a wide range of academic performance, with some schools like Hodges Elementary and Merrywood Elementary significantly outperforming the state and district averages, while others like Eleanor S. Rice Elementary and Pinecrest Elementary struggle to meet those benchmarks.
The data reveals that the schools have varying racial compositions, with some having a majority of White students and others having a majority of African American students. Interestingly, the schools with a higher percentage of White students tend to have stronger academic performance, suggesting potential racial disparities in educational outcomes. Additionally, all of the schools have 100% of their students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch, indicating a high level of economic disadvantage, yet the schools still show a wide range of academic performance, suggesting that factors beyond just economic status may be influencing student outcomes.
In terms of spending, the schools spend between $12,252 and $15,393 per student, with Mathews Elementary having the highest spending per student. However, there does not appear to be a clear correlation between spending per student and academic performance, as some of the higher-performing schools do not have the highest spending levels. Overall, the Greenwood 50 district offers a diverse set of elementary school options, with a range of academic outcomes that warrant further investigation.
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