Summary:
The 29152 zip code area is home to two public elementary schools, Shaw Heights Elementary and High Hills Elementary, both serving grades 2-5. While Shaw Heights Elementary outperforms the Sumter 01 district and South Carolina state averages in 3rd grade ELA and Math proficiency, High Hills Elementary struggles academically, with proficiency rates well below the district and state.
Shaw Heights Elementary serves a majority African American (52.26%) and high-poverty (100% free/reduced lunch) student population, yet maintains a relatively high student-teacher ratio of 17:1 and spends $11,220 per student. In contrast, High Hills Elementary, which also serves a majority African American (54.25%) and high-poverty student population, spends $9,714 per student and has a low SchoolDigger rating, indicating poor performance compared to other South Carolina elementary schools.
The stark contrast in academic performance between the two schools in this zip code area highlights the importance of examining educational outcomes through a multifaceted lens, considering factors such as student demographics, funding, and resource allocation. Ensuring equitable access to high-quality education for all students, regardless of their socioeconomic or racial background, remains a critical challenge for the Sumter 01 district and the state of South Carolina.
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