Summary:
The city of Gilbertown, Alabama is home to two schools - Southern Choctaw Elementary School and Southern Choctaw High School, both of which serve the Choctaw County district. These schools face significant challenges, with both consistently ranking in the bottom 30% of their respective school types statewide and struggling with academic performance, attendance, and serving a high-need student population.
Southern Choctaw Elementary School has proficiency rates well below state averages in math and English, and a high chronic absenteeism rate of 14.8%. Meanwhile, Southern Choctaw High School also has proficiency rates significantly below state averages in math, science, and English, as well as a concerning 10.2% dropout rate despite a relatively strong 90% graduation rate.
Both schools serve a high-need student population, with over 69% of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch. This socioeconomic factor likely plays a significant role in the academic and attendance challenges faced by these schools. Addressing the underlying issues and providing targeted interventions and support will be crucial to improving student outcomes in Gilbertown.
Thank you for your feedback!