Crisp County

The Crisp County school district in Georgia consists of 5 schools, including 3 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school. The data reveals significant challenges facing the district, particularly in terms of academic achievement and student demographics.

Among the standout schools, Crisp County Primary School stands out for its high percentage of free/reduced lunch recipients at 100%, indicating a high-need student population. However, the school's 3rd-grade test scores in English Language Arts and Math are above the district average, suggesting it is performing relatively well despite the challenges. In contrast, Crisp County Elementary School has the lowest student-teacher ratio but its test scores are generally below the district and state averages. As the only high school in the data set, Crisp County High School has the lowest graduation rate at 85.4% and consistently low test scores across subject areas, ranking in the bottom 25% of Georgia high schools.

Across all schools, test scores in English Language Arts, Math, Science, and Social Studies are significantly below the state averages, with many schools scoring in the 10-20% proficiency range. The high rates of free/reduced lunch recipients suggest the Crisp County schools serve a predominantly low-income student population, which likely contributes to the academic challenges. While the data paints a concerning picture, the standout performance of the primary school suggests there is potential for improvement if best practices can be identified and replicated across the district.