Summary:
There is only one middle school located in the city of Cross City, Florida - Ruth Rains Middle School. This school serves students in grades 6-8 and is part of the Dixie school district.
Ruth Rains Middle School has a predominantly white student population, with 84.45% of students identifying as white. The school's academic performance is mixed, with some subject areas and grade levels performing above state and district averages, while others fall below. For example, the school's 5th grade Science proficiency rate is higher than the state average, but its 6th and 7th grade ELA proficiency rates are significantly lower. The school also faces challenges with a high chronic absenteeism rate of 29.7%, which is much higher than the state average.
Despite these challenges, Ruth Rains Middle School has some strengths, including higher per-student spending and a more favorable student-teacher ratio compared to state averages. However, the school's statewide ranking has dropped significantly in recent years, suggesting a decline in performance relative to other middle schools in Florida. To address these issues, the school may need to focus on targeted interventions and support for struggling students, as well as addressing the underlying socioeconomic factors that may be contributing to the academic disparities observed.
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