Summary:
Swain County Schools has one middle school, Swain County Middle School, serving students in grades 6-8. Located in Swain County, North Carolina, the school has a diverse student population with a significant Native American enrollment. While the school's performance on state assessments is mixed, with some grade levels exceeding state averages in mathematics and reading, others fall below, suggesting room for improvement in certain subject areas.
Swain County Middle School faces unique challenges, with 64.74% of its students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, indicating a high level of economic disadvantage. Despite the relatively high spending of $12,023 per student, the school's performance on the 8th-grade science assessment is below the state average, suggesting that factors beyond just funding may be influencing student outcomes. The school's overall performance, as measured by its SchoolDigger ranking, has fluctuated in recent years, ranging from 310th out of 741 middle schools in 2020-2021 to 387th out of 784 in 2022-2023, indicating progress but still room for improvement.
The diversity of Swain County Middle School, with a significant Native American student population, is an interesting aspect that may warrant further exploration to understand any unique cultural or educational needs of this group. The school's mixed academic performance, high percentage of economically disadvantaged students, and fluctuating performance rankings suggest the need for continued focus on supporting student success and addressing any underlying challenges to ensure all students at Swain County Middle School have the opportunity to thrive.
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