Summary:
The city of Bishopville, South Carolina is home to 5 schools, including 1 elementary school, 1 middle school, 2 high schools, and 1 alternative public charter school. The schools in this area face significant challenges, with the majority of the district-run schools consistently ranking 74 out of 75 in the state.
One standout school in the area is Pee Dee Math Sci & Technical, a public charter school that has a higher district ranking (30 out of 75) and better performance metrics than the traditional public schools. This school has a 4-year graduation rate of 85.4% and a relatively low dropout rate of 2.3%. In contrast, the Lee Central High school, while having lower test scores and rankings, stands out for its very low student-teacher ratio of 7.3, which could be beneficial for student learning and support.
Across the schools in Bishopville, there are some concerning trends, including high rates of chronic absenteeism (ranging from 22.5% to 22.5%) and consistently low test scores, with proficiency rates ranging from 21.8% to 83.15% across different subjects and grade levels. Additionally, all schools in the data set have a very high percentage of students (100%) receiving free or reduced-price lunch, indicating a high level of economic disadvantage in the community. These challenges highlight the need for targeted interventions and additional resources to support student learning and achievement in this area.
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