Summary:
The city of Ridgeville, South Carolina has only one public elementary school, Clay Hill Elementary, which serves grades PK-5 with a total enrollment of 164 students. Clay Hill Elementary has seen a decline in its statewide ranking over the past three years, dropping from a 2-star rating to a 1-star rating out of 5. The school's academic performance, as measured by the percentage of students proficient or better in English Language Arts and Mathematics, is significantly below the district average of Dorchester 04 and the state average.
One notable characteristic of Clay Hill Elementary is that 100% of its students receive free or reduced-price lunch, indicating a high level of economic disadvantage among the student population. Despite this, the school's spending per student is relatively high at $21,998, raising questions about the effectiveness of resource allocation and the need for a closer examination of how funds are being used to support student learning.
Overall, the analysis of the data for Clay Hill Elementary reveals a school that is struggling academically, serving a high-poverty population, and experiencing a decline in its statewide ranking. These findings suggest the need for a closer examination of the school's instructional practices, resource allocation, and support systems to identify areas for improvement and ensure that all students have access to a high-quality education.
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