Summary:
The 36274 zip code area is home to 4 schools, including 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school. These schools serve the communities in the Roanoke City and Randolph County districts. While the schools face some challenges, such as high chronic absenteeism and economic disadvantage among the student populations, a few standout performers emerge from the data.
Handley High School ranks 93 out of 374 Alabama high schools and has a 4-star rating, with a strong 90% 4-year graduation rate. In contrast, Handley Middle School and Rock Mills Junior High School have significantly lower proficiency rates on state assessments, particularly in math, compared to state averages. This suggests potential performance gaps that need to be addressed.
Meanwhile, Knight Enloe Elementary School stands out with above-average test scores, with 68.63% of 3rd graders proficient or better in English Language Arts, compared to 65.34% statewide. However, the consistently high chronic absenteeism rates across all schools, ranging from 14.8%, is a concern and likely contributes to the lower academic performance. Additionally, the high rates of free/reduced lunch recipients, from 52.12% to 74.39%, suggest these schools serve economically disadvantaged communities, which is an important context to consider when interpreting the data and planning interventions.
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