Summary:
The 30286 zip code area in Thomaston, Georgia is home to 4 schools that serve students from elementary through high school, all part of the Thomaston-Upson County school district. While the schools face challenges, with consistently low performance on state assessments, there are some bright spots worth highlighting.
Among the standout schools is Upson-Lee Primary School, which has the highest percentage of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch at 95.44%, indicating a high-need student population. However, the school also receives the highest per-student spending at $9,890, suggesting the district is investing resources to support these students. Another notable school is Upson-Lee Middle School, which stands out for its relatively strong performance on the Algebra I end-of-course exam, with 66.7% of students proficient or better, significantly higher than the district and state averages.
Across the board, the schools in this data set perform below the state averages on the Georgia Milestones assessments, with proficiency rates ranging from 21.2% to 27.7% at Upson-Lee High School, compared to state averages of 38.6% to 44.9%. Additionally, the four-year graduation rate at Upson-Lee High School, at 85.4%, is below the state average. These challenges, coupled with the high percentages of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch, suggest the need for additional resources and support to address the unique needs of the student population in this area.
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