Summary:
The 38068 zip code area in Tennessee is home to 4 schools, including 1 elementary school, 1 middle school, and 2 high schools, with no alternative schools. Unfortunately, the data indicates that these schools are consistently underperforming, with all of them scoring well below state averages on key metrics like standardized test scores and proficiency rates.
The school with the highest overall performance in the area is Buckley-Carpenter Elementary School, which ranked 893 out of 1,008 Tennessee elementary schools for the 2023-2024 school year. However, even this relatively high-performing school has proficiency rates in core subjects that are significantly below state averages. The other schools in the area, including Fayette Ware Comprehensive High School, East Junior High School, and Wilder Youth Development Center, all have even lower rankings and proficiency rates compared to state averages.
The data also reveals concerning racial disparities, with the student populations at these schools being predominantly African American, ranging from 57.59% at Buckley-Carpenter Elementary to 93.94% at Wilder Youth Development Center. Additionally, the relatively high student-teacher ratios and low spending per student suggest that these schools may be facing resource challenges that could be impacting their ability to provide a high-quality education. Addressing these systemic issues will likely require a multi-faceted approach involving increased funding, targeted programs, and a focus on equity and access to quality education for all students in the Fayette County Public Schools and Department Of Children's Services Education Division districts.
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