Elementary Schools in Sumter County

The elementary schools in Sumter County, Alabama are struggling, with both Livingston Junior High School and York West End Junior High School ranking in the bottom quartile of Alabama elementary schools. These schools face significant challenges, including low test scores, high chronic absenteeism, and a high percentage of students from economically disadvantaged backgrounds.

Neither Livingston Junior High School nor York West End Junior High School stands out as a high-performing school. Livingston Junior High School is ranked 535th out of 680 Alabama elementary schools, with a 1-star rating, while York West End Junior High School is ranked 669th, with a 0-star rating. Both schools have significantly lower proficiency rates in mathematics, science, and English language arts compared to the Sumter County and Alabama state averages, indicating a need for targeted interventions to address the root causes of their underperformance.

The data also reveals that both schools have high chronic absenteeism rates, at 14.8% for the 2023-2024 school year, which is significantly higher than the state average. Additionally, the schools serve predominantly low-income communities, with 95.35% of students at Livingston Junior High School and 90.04% of students at York West End Junior High School eligible for free or reduced-price lunch. This suggests that the schools may be facing equity issues and the need to provide additional resources and support to their students to ensure they have the opportunity to succeed.