Summary:
The city of Locust Grove, Georgia is home to 9 schools, including 5 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 2 high schools, all part of the Henry County school district. While the district is ranked 143 out of 206 in Georgia and rated 2 stars out of 5 by SchoolDigger, a few schools in Locust Grove stand out.
New Hope Elementary is the top-performing elementary school, ranked 384 out of 1,238 Georgia elementary schools and rated 3 stars. It has the highest proficiency rates on state assessments, often exceeding county and state averages. Meanwhile, Locust Grove High has the highest graduation rate at 85.4% and the best test scores among the high schools, though still lagging behind state averages.
The data reveals stark differences in performance between the elementary and middle schools, with the two middle schools, Locust Grove Middle and Luella Middle, having the lowest test scores and rankings in the district. Additionally, all schools have high poverty rates, with free/reduced lunch eligibility ranging from 59.91% to 75.79%, suggesting the Locust Grove area faces significant economic challenges. While spending per student varies, it does not necessarily translate to better academic outcomes, indicating that factors beyond funding, such as school leadership and student demographics, play a crucial role.
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