Summary:
The 23884 zip code area is home to two schools - Sussex Central High School and Sussex Central Middle School, both part of the Sussex County Public Schools district. While the high school is performing relatively well, with strong test scores and an improving statewide ranking, the middle school is struggling, often underperforming state and district averages and seeing a decline in its ranking.
Both schools serve predominantly African American student populations, with over 70% of students identifying as such. Additionally, both schools have extremely high free/reduced lunch rates, exceeding 100%, indicating a high level of economic disadvantage among the student populations. Interestingly, the middle school spends more per student ($3,793) compared to the high school ($2,973), despite the middle school's poorer academic performance.
The stark contrast in academic performance between the high school and middle school suggests a potential disconnect in the educational experience and outcomes for students in this area. Further investigation into the specific factors contributing to these differences, as well as the effective allocation of resources, could provide valuable insights for improving educational outcomes for the students in the 23884 zip code.
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