Summary:
The 22508 zip code area in Virginia is home to 3 schools: 2 elementary schools (Locust Grove Elementary and Locust Grove Primary) and 1 middle school (Locust Grove Middle). These schools serve a diverse student population and demonstrate varying levels of academic performance, with Locust Grove Middle standing out as a consistent top performer.
Locust Grove Middle excels in 8th grade SOL tests, with 100% proficiency in Algebra I and above-average scores in Mathematics, Science, English Reading, and Civics/Economics. The school maintains a 2-star rating from SchoolDigger, placing it in the top half of Virginia middle schools. In contrast, while Locust Grove Elementary and Locust Grove Primary perform reasonably well on some SOL tests, their 2-star ratings suggest room for improvement, potentially due to the high percentages of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch (over 67% at both schools).
The funding disparities across the schools, with Locust Grove Primary spending $1,661 more per student than Locust Grove Middle, may contribute to the observed performance differences. Additionally, the diverse student population in the 22508 zip code area presents both opportunities and challenges in meeting the unique needs of all learners. Overall, the data analysis highlights the strengths of Locust Grove Middle while identifying potential areas for improvement at the elementary schools in the region.
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