Summary:
The city of Hackleburg, Alabama is home to two schools: Hackleburg Elementary School and Hackleburg High School, both serving students in the Marion County school district. While Hackleburg High School has consistently performed above average, with a 4-star rating and a statewide ranking in the top 20% of Alabama high schools, Hackleburg Elementary has seen more fluctuations in its academic performance, ranging from a 4-star rating to a 2-star rating in recent years.
Academically, Hackleburg Elementary School generally outperforms the county and state averages in English/Language Arts, with 65-78% of 3rd-5th grade students scoring proficient or better. In mathematics, the school's 3rd grade students scored significantly higher than the county and state averages. In contrast, Hackleburg High School's test scores in both mathematics and English/Language Arts have been more mixed, with 11th grade students scoring below the county and state averages.
Both schools face challenges, such as higher-than-average chronic absenteeism rates and a high percentage of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch, indicating significant socioeconomic challenges in the community. Additionally, the higher per-student spending at Hackleburg High School compared to the elementary school may suggest a disparity in resource allocation that could contribute to the high school's stronger academic outcomes.
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