Summary:
The schools in the 31217 zip code area serve a diverse range of students, from high-performing elementary schools to specialized high schools serving the juvenile justice system. While Mattie Wells Elementary School stands out as a top performer, other schools in the Bibb County School District and Jones County School District face significant challenges in academic achievement and student demographics.
Mattie Wells Elementary is the highest-performing school in the area, ranking in the top 60% of Georgia elementary schools and outperforming county and state averages in key subjects. In contrast, Burdell Elementary and Bernd Elementary schools struggle, with proficiency rates well below state and county averages. The two high schools serving the Department of Juvenile Justice, Macon Youth Development Campus and Macon Regional Youth Detention Center, also face unique challenges, with very small enrollments, low graduation rates, and extremely low proficiency in Algebra I.
The data suggests a strong correlation between socioeconomic status and academic performance, with the schools serving the most economically disadvantaged populations also struggling the most. Addressing these disparities will require targeted interventions and additional support, such as increased funding, teacher professional development, and specialized programs, to ensure all students in the 31217 zip code have access to a quality education.
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