Summary:
The 28360 zip code area in North Carolina is home to 4 schools, including 3 elementary schools and 1 high school. While the high school, PSRC Early College at RCC, is a standout performer, ranking among the top 5% of high schools in the state, the 3 elementary schools - Magnolia Elementary, Piney Grove Elementary, and Deep Branch Elementary - all struggle with low rankings and test scores well below state averages.
The high-performing PSRC Early College at RCC boasts exceptional test scores, with over 93% of students proficient in key subjects, and a very high 4-year graduation rate of 87.7%. In contrast, the 3 elementary schools rank in the bottom 30% of schools in North Carolina and have alarmingly low proficiency rates. This stark contrast in performance is noteworthy, especially given the very high rates of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch at the elementary schools (over 99%).
Further analysis of the data reveals that student-teacher ratios vary across the schools, with Deep Branch Elementary having a relatively low ratio of 13.7 students per teacher, while PSRC Early College at RCC has a higher ratio of 23.6. Spending per student is also highest at Deep Branch Elementary, but this does not seem to translate to better academic performance. Overall, the data highlights the significant challenges faced by the elementary schools in this zip code, which serve a very high-needs student population, while the high school provides an exceptional educational opportunity for students in the area.
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