Summary:
The DeKalb County school district in Tennessee consists of 5 schools, including 3 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school. While the schools in this district generally perform below state averages on standardized tests, DeKalb West Elementary stands out as the highest-performing school, ranking 361 out of 1,008 Tennessee elementary schools and exceeding district and state averages in multiple subject areas.
In contrast, DeKalb Middle School and Northside Elementary struggle to meet state averages, highlighting the significant variation in school performance within the DeKalb County district. The lack of data on free and reduced-price lunch rates makes it difficult to assess the potential socioeconomic factors contributing to these disparities, but the overall lower test scores suggest opportunities for the district to implement targeted interventions and support to improve student outcomes.
Despite the challenges, Smithville Elementary and De Kalb County High School also demonstrate pockets of strength, with Northside Elementary performing better than the district and state averages in English Language Arts. This school-level analysis highlights the importance of examining data beyond district-wide or state-level averages to identify areas of both success and opportunity for improvement within the DeKalb County school system.
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