Summary:
The 29936 zip code area is home to 3 schools - 1 elementary school, 2 high schools, and no middle schools or alternative schools. These schools serve a diverse student population, with high percentages of economically disadvantaged and minority students, and face significant academic challenges as evidenced by their consistently low test scores compared to state averages.
Ridgeland Elementary stands out for having 100% of its students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, indicating a high level of economic disadvantage. In contrast, Ridgeland Secondary Academy of Excellence has the highest student enrollment of 639 students and serves a wider grade range of 6-12. Meanwhile, Ridgeland High has a very small student enrollment of only 08 students, suggesting the need for further investigation into the reasons behind this low enrollment.
Across all 3 schools, the test score data shows that students are performing well below the state averages in both English Language Arts and Mathematics. This consistent academic underperformance, coupled with the high percentages of economically disadvantaged students, highlights the need for targeted interventions and additional resources to support the schools in the Jasper 01 and Dept Of Correction N04 districts. The highly personalized learning environment at Ridgeland High, with its low student-teacher ratio, could potentially serve as a model for improving student outcomes if the school is able to leverage this advantage effectively.
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