Summary:
The Orange County Public Schools district in Virginia consists of 9 schools, including 6 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 1 high school. The schools serve a diverse student population with varying academic performance, socioeconomic backgrounds, and statewide rankings.
Among the standout schools is Gordon-Barbour Elementary, which has the highest statewide ranking and strong academic performance, particularly in mathematics and reading. In contrast, Lightfoot Elementary and Prospect Heights Middle have lower proficiency rates compared to the district and state averages. The data suggests a potential correlation between socioeconomic status, as measured by free/reduced lunch eligibility, and academic performance, with higher-poverty schools generally underperforming.
The district also shows significant variation in statewide rankings, with Orange County High ranked 201 out of 329 high schools and Lightfoot Elementary ranked 762 out of 1,114 elementary schools. This highlights the need for the district to address achievement gaps and explore strategies to support lower-performing schools and ensure equitable educational opportunities for all students.
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