Summary:
The 30605 zip code area of Athens, Georgia is home to 7 schools, including 4 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 2 high schools. The data reveals significant disparities in academic performance across these schools, with some standouts like Clarke Central High School and Barnett Shoals Elementary School performing well above the district and state averages, while others like Gaines Elementary School struggle with low proficiency rates.
The highest-performing elementary schools, Barnett Shoals and Barrow Elementary, have 3-star ratings and test scores well above the Clarke County district and state averages. In contrast, the middle school, Hilsman, and Gaines Elementary have significantly lower test scores. The two high schools, Clarke Central and Cedar Shoals, have similar graduation rates around 85%, but Clarke Central outperforms Cedar Shoals on state assessments.
The data also reveals a potential link between poverty and academic performance, with the schools serving the highest percentages of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch, such as Gaines Elementary and Hilsman Middle, generally having the lowest test scores. Additionally, there is a wide range in per-student spending, from around $9,900 at Clarke Central to over $14,000 at Barnett Shoals and Gaines Elementary, suggesting potential funding disparities that may contribute to the observed differences in academic performance.
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