Summary:
The 29554 zip code area is home to 6 schools, including 2 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 2 high schools, serving students from diverse economic and racial backgrounds. While the schools face challenges common to high-poverty areas, Pleasant Hill Elementary STREAM Academy stands out as a top performer, consistently ranking in the top 30% of South Carolina elementary schools.
The schools in this area grapple with high rates of economic disadvantage, with all schools having free/reduced lunch rates ranging from 97.73% to 100%. Spending per student varies, from $13,949 at Hemingway Elementary to $17,662 at Carvers Bay Early College and Career High, but this does not directly correlate with academic performance. The student-teacher ratios range from 10.5 at Hemingway MB Lee Middle to 15.3 at Hemingway Elementary, which may contribute to the learning environment.
While several schools, such as Hemingway Elementary and Carvers Bay Middle STEAM Academy, have consistently ranked in the bottom 30% of their respective school types in the state, Pleasant Hill Elementary STREAM Academy stands out with significantly higher proficiency rates in both English Language Arts and Mathematics compared to the Georgetown 01 and Williamsburg 01 districts. This suggests that factors beyond just funding, such as teaching quality, curriculum, and school leadership, play a crucial role in driving student success in this area.
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