Roanoke City

The Roanoke City school district in Alabama consists of 3 schools - 1 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high school. The data reveals a mix of academic performance, with some standout schools and areas for improvement across the district.

Knight Enloe Elementary School emerges as a top performer, outpacing the district and state averages in 3rd grade English and Math. It also has a relatively low chronic absenteeism rate and spends more per student than the middle and high schools. In contrast, Handley Middle School struggles with Math proficiency, scoring well below district and state levels across all grade levels. However, Handley High School stands out as the highest-ranked school, earning a 4-star rating and performing above the district and state in 11th grade English, Math, and Science.

The data also reveals disparities in student demographics and resource allocation. Handley Middle School has the highest percentage of free/reduced lunch recipients at 71.23%, suggesting a lower-income student population that may contribute to its academic challenges. Meanwhile, Knight Enloe Elementary spends the most per student at $9,180, which may contribute to its stronger performance. Overall, the Roanoke City school district exhibits a mix of strengths and areas for improvement, with some schools outperforming others and potential connections between student demographics, funding, and academic outcomes.