Summary:
The 22206 zip code area of Arlington, Virginia is home to 5 schools serving students from elementary through high school, all part of the Arlington County Public Schools district. This diverse set of schools includes 3 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school, each with its own unique strengths and challenges.
Among the standout schools in this area is Gunston Middle School, which has consistently strong performance on state assessments, with 100% proficiency in Algebra I for 7th and 8th graders. In contrast, Wakefield High School, the largest school in the area with over 2,700 students, has struggled, ranking in the bottom half of Virginia high schools over the past 3 years. The elementary schools in the area also show a range of academic performance, with Claremont Immersion Elementary standing out for its high proficiency rates in math, reading, and science compared to the district and state averages.
Across the schools, there are significant disparities in student demographics and socioeconomic status, which appear to be linked to academic achievement. Schools with higher percentages of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, such as Dr. Charles R. Drew Elementary and Abingdon Elementary, tend to have lower test scores, suggesting that factors beyond just funding and resources may be contributing to these performance gaps. The data highlights the importance of targeted support and specialized programs, as demonstrated by the success of the magnet schools in the area.
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