Summary:
The 36580 zip code has only one school, Summerdale School, which serves grades PK-8 and is part of the Baldwin County school district. While the district is ranked 33 out of 135 in Alabama and has a 4-star rating, Summerdale School has consistently been rated 2 out of 5 stars by SchoolDigger and ranks in the bottom half of Alabama elementary schools.
Summerdale School's academic performance is a concern, with proficiency rates in Mathematics, Science, and English Language Arts generally lower than the Baldwin County and Alabama state averages across all grade levels. For example, the school's 3rd grade Mathematics proficiency rate was 22.06% in the 2024-2025 school year, compared to 48.5% for Baldwin County and 45.47% for the state. Additionally, the school has a high chronic absenteeism rate of 14.8%, which is a significant challenge.
Socioeconomic factors also play a role, as Summerdale School has a high percentage of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch, at 82.66% in the 2023-2024 school year. This suggests a relatively high level of economic disadvantage among the student population, which may be contributing to the school's academic struggles. Addressing these issues through targeted interventions and support could be crucial for improving Summerdale School's overall performance and outcomes for its students.
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