Summary:
The 29702 zip code area is home to 4 schools, including 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school. While the schools in this area serve a predominantly white student population, they face significant challenges, with high rates of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, indicating a high-poverty student population.
Blacksburg High School stands out as the highest-performing school in the area, outperforming the district and state averages in several end-of-course exams. However, the school still underperforms in some subjects, and the overall district, Cherokee 01, is ranked 55 out of 75 districts in South Carolina, with a 1-star rating from SchoolDigger. This suggests systemic challenges within the district that need to be addressed.
The two elementary schools, Blacksburg Primary and Blacksburg Elementary, both have 100% of their students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, indicating a high-poverty student population. These schools also underperform the district and state averages on state assessments, raising concerns about equity and the need for targeted interventions and support to ensure all students have access to a quality education.
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