Summary:
The 30824 zip code area in Georgia is home to 5 schools, including 3 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school. While the schools serve a high-need student population, with most elementary schools having over 90% of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch, the academic performance across the district is mixed.
The standout school in the area is Thomson-McDuffie Middle School, which has the highest percentage of students proficient in Algebra I at 59.6% in 2024-2025, significantly outperforming the McDuffie County and state averages. In contrast, the elementary schools and Thomson High School generally underperform the state averages on the Georgia Milestones assessments, with proficiency rates often 10-20 percentage points below the state.
The data also reveals stark disparities in academic performance between the schools, with the middle school outperforming the high school and elementary schools on many metrics. Additionally, several of the schools have seen their SchoolDigger ratings decline over the past few years, from 3-4 stars down to 1-2 stars, indicating a concerning trend that warrants further investigation. Addressing these challenges will require a comprehensive, data-driven approach to improving instructional quality, resource allocation, and alignment across the district.
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