High Schools in Lowndes County

The high schools in Lowndes County, Alabama, are struggling, with both Calhoun High School and Central High School performing well below state and county averages in academic proficiency. These schools serve predominantly low-income communities, with extremely high poverty rates and chronic absenteeism, which may be contributing factors to their poor performance.

Both Calhoun High School and Central High School have consistently low proficiency rates in core subjects, with only 0% of Calhoun High School's 11th-grade students proficient or better in math, compared to 2.25% in Lowndes County and 23.71% statewide. While the schools have higher per-student spending than the state average, they have not shown any meaningful improvement in their academic outcomes or statewide rankings over the past few years, suggesting a systemic issue within the district that needs to be addressed.

The high schools in Lowndes County also struggle with high dropout rates, with Calhoun High School at 5.6% and Central High School at 9.7%, both higher than the state average. Despite these challenges, the schools maintain a 90% four-year graduation rate, which is on par with the state average. Overall, the data paints a concerning picture of the educational landscape in Lowndes County, and significant intervention and support may be needed to improve the outcomes for students in this region.