Appling County

The Appling County school district in Georgia consists of 5 schools, including 3 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school. The data reveals a mix of performance levels across the district, with one standout school, Fourth District Elementary School, consistently ranking among the top elementary schools in the state.

Fourth District Elementary School, with just 129 students, has exceptional test scores, particularly in English Language Arts and Mathematics, significantly outperforming the Appling County and Georgia averages. In contrast, the other elementary and middle schools in the district generally perform at or above the Appling County averages but below the state averages in many areas. Appling County High School stands out with a relatively strong 4-year graduation rate of 85.4%, though its academic performance on state assessments is still below the state average.

The data also reveals high rates of free and reduced-price lunch recipients across the schools, ranging from 56.59% at Fourth District Elementary to 98.7% at Appling County Elementary School. This suggests a high level of economic disadvantage among the student populations, raising questions about equity in educational opportunities and resources. The success of the small Fourth District Elementary School, however, suggests that smaller school size may be a contributing factor to its strong academic performance, which could be an area for further investigation and potential replication at other schools in the district.