Summary:
The 29070 zip code area has only one school, Batesburg-Leesville Elementary School, which serves grades 3-5 with a total enrollment of 431 students. The school has a diverse student population, with 50.58% White, 29.23% African American, and 14.85% Hispanic students. However, Batesburg-Leesville Elementary has consistently performed below the state average on standardized tests, with its statewide ranking declining from 407th out of 625 schools in 2021-2022 to 522nd out of 638 schools in 2023-2024.
Despite the school's lower academic performance, it has a relatively small student-teacher ratio of 12.6, which could indicate a focus on providing more individualized attention to students. Additionally, the school's per-student spending of $13,631 is higher than the state average, suggesting an effort to allocate more resources to support the needs of the student population. However, the high percentage of students (100%) eligible for free or reduced-price lunch indicates a high level of economic disadvantage among the student body, which may contribute to the school's academic challenges.
Overall, the analysis of Batesburg-Leesville Elementary School highlights the need for targeted interventions and support to address the academic performance and socioeconomic challenges faced by the school. Further collaboration between the school, the Lexington 03 district, and the community could help develop strategies to improve educational outcomes for the students in this area.
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