Ben Hill County

The Ben Hill County school district in Georgia consists of 5 schools, including 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 2 high schools. The data reveals a mix of performance levels across the district, with some standout schools and areas for improvement.

Ben Hill Elementary School stands out as a strong performer, with proficiency rates above the county and state averages in several subjects and grade levels, as well as a 3-star rating from SchoolDigger. Ben Hill County Middle School also performs well, with assessment scores generally on par with or above the county averages, particularly in 8th grade math and science. In contrast, the two high schools, Fitzgerald High School School College and Career Academy and Hurricane Transition Academy, lag behind the county and state in most end-of-course exam subjects.

The data also reveals high rates of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch across the district, suggesting the schools serve a predominantly low-income population. This can present unique challenges in terms of resource allocation and student support. The district may have opportunities to build on the strong performance of the middle school to improve outcomes at the high school level, and to focus on areas of weakness at the high schools to ensure all students in Ben Hill County receive a high-quality education.