Summary:
The 43209 zip code area in Ohio is home to 10 schools, including 6 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 2 high schools. The schools in this area display a stark contrast in performance, with the Bexley High School, Bexley Middle School, and Cassingham Elementary School consistently outperforming the Columbus Africentric Early College Elementary School, Columbus Africentric Early College High School, and Columbus Africentric Early College Middle School.
The Bexley schools, which are part of the Bexley City district, have excellent test scores, high graduation rates, and low chronic absenteeism. In contrast, the Columbus Africentric Early College schools, which are part of the Columbus City Schools District, have much lower test scores, higher chronic absenteeism, and lower school rankings. This disparity in performance suggests that factors beyond just funding and resources, such as school culture, teacher quality, and community engagement, may play a crucial role in student outcomes.
The data also highlights the persistent achievement gap between schools serving different demographic populations, even within the same geographic area. The Bexley schools have a majority white student population, while the Columbus Africentric Early College schools serve predominantly minority students. This racial makeup appears to be a significant factor in the schools' performance, with the majority-white Bexley schools outperforming the majority-minority Columbus Africentric Early College schools. The data underscores the need for continued efforts to address the systemic inequities that contribute to these disparities in educational outcomes.
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