Summary:
Pike County, Alabama is home to two high schools: Pike County High School and Goshen High School. Both schools serve students in grades 9-12 and have similar graduation rates and dropout rates, but there are some notable differences in their performance and student demographics.
Goshen High School has a slightly higher statewide ranking, ranking 227th out of 374 Alabama high schools, compared to Pike County High School's 272nd ranking. Additionally, Goshen High School has a lower percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, indicating a lower proportion of economically disadvantaged students. The test score data also shows that Goshen High School outperforms Pike County High School, particularly in mathematics and English.
Despite these differences, both Pike County High School and Goshen High School have a 90.0% four-year graduation rate, which is above the state average. The schools also have similar chronic absenteeism rates. The lower student-teacher ratio at Goshen High School may contribute to its better academic performance, but overall, the Pike County school district has room for improvement to ensure all students receive a high-quality education.
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