Summary:
The city of Hammond, Louisiana is home to 6 schools, including 4 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school. The schools in this area serve a diverse student population and face a range of academic and socioeconomic challenges.
Among the standout schools in Hammond is the Southeastern LA University Lab School, an elementary/middle school that consistently outperforms the district and state averages on LEAP test scores, with 86-93% of students proficient or better in math and 91-100% proficient in English Language Arts. Another strong performer is Hammond Eastside Magnet, which has strong English Language Arts performance, with 55-60% of students proficient or better, compared to 54-58% for the district and 69-70% for the state. The Hammond Westside Montessori school also stands out for its relatively high math and English Language Arts proficiency rates in the elementary grades.
However, the data also reveals significant challenges facing the schools in Hammond. All schools have very high chronic absenteeism rates, ranging from 24.6% to 24.6%, well above the state average of 15.4%. Additionally, the schools serve a high percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, indicating significant socioeconomic challenges. The Tangipahoa Parish school district as a whole appears to be underperforming compared to state averages, with lower test scores and school rankings, suggesting a need for district-level improvement strategies.
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