Summary:
The city of Quitman, Mississippi is home to 4 schools serving students from elementary through high school, all part of the Quitman School District. While the district as a whole faces significant challenges, with a low 1 out of 5 star rating from SchoolDigger, a few schools stand out with stronger performance.
Quitman Upper Elementary School has consistently ranked in the top 50% of Mississippi elementary schools over the past 3 years, with above-average test scores, particularly in 4th and 5th grade math. In contrast, Quitman High School, while starting with a low 1 out of 5 star rating, has shown improvement, moving up in the statewide ranking and boasting a 89.4% four-year graduation rate.
Across the district, schools face challenges such as high chronic absenteeism rates (23.9%) and 100% free/reduced lunch rates, indicating significant socioeconomic disadvantages. However, the relatively low student-teacher ratios, ranging from 12.3 to 14.9, suggest potential opportunities for more personalized attention. By focusing on areas of strength, like the upper elementary school's math performance, and addressing systemic issues like chronic absenteeism, the Quitman School District can work towards driving further improvements and better supporting its students.
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