Summary:
The 30329 zip code area of DeKalb County, Georgia is home to 3 schools serving students from elementary through alternative education, with vastly different student populations and academic outcomes. The standout school in this set is Kittredge Magnet School, a public middle school with exceptional test scores, a diverse student body, and low rates of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch.
In contrast, Montclair Elementary School struggles with very low proficiency rates on state assessments, with only 11-24% of students scoring proficient or better in English Language Arts and 13-17% in Math. This high-poverty school has a 100% free/reduced lunch rate, indicating the student population faces significant socioeconomic challenges. The alternative Margaret Harris Comprehensive School serves a smaller population of 70 students with a very low student-teacher ratio of 5:1 and high spending per student of $46,768.
These findings highlight the stark disparities in school performance and student demographics within a single DeKalb County zip code area. Factors beyond just funding and class size, such as school type, student socioeconomic status, and specialized programs, appear to play a significant role in shaping student outcomes in this community.
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