Summary:
The 36078 zip code is home to a single public middle school, Southside Middle School, which serves grades 5-8 and is part of the Tallassee City School District. While the school's academic performance is mixed, with strengths in English/Language Arts but weaknesses in Mathematics and Science compared to state averages, it serves a predominantly economically disadvantaged population, with 71% of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch.
Southside Middle School's statewide ranking has fluctuated in recent years, ranging from 168 out of 442 middle schools in 2023-2024 to 245 out of 437 in 2022-2023. The school's chronic absenteeism rate was 14.8% in the 2023-2024 school year, which is an area that could benefit from targeted interventions. The school's student-teacher ratio of 15.3 is slightly lower than the state average, which could be an advantage in providing more individualized attention and support for students.
Overall, the data suggests that Southside Middle School has room for improvement, particularly in its Mathematics and Science instruction, and could benefit from a more consistent and targeted improvement plan to support student success. The school's high percentage of economically disadvantaged students also highlights the need for additional resources and support to address the unique challenges faced by this population.
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