Summary:
The Anderson 03 school district in South Carolina is home to three elementary schools: Starr Elementary, Flat Rock Elementary, and Iva Elementary. These schools serve students from pre-kindergarten through 5th grade and are located in a high-poverty area.
Among the three schools, Starr Elementary stands out as the top performer, consistently ranking among the top 50-75 elementary schools in the state. Starr Elementary's test scores are significantly higher than the district and state averages across all grade levels and subject areas, with 80.1% of 3rd graders proficient or better in English Language Arts and 88.8% proficient in 3rd grade math. In contrast, Flat Rock Elementary and Iva Elementary have lower test scores, especially in mathematics, and earn 4-star and 3-star ratings from SchoolDigger, respectively.
Despite the standout performance of Starr Elementary, the Anderson 03 district faces some challenges, including high chronic absenteeism rates of 22.5% across all three schools and 100% of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch, indicating a high-poverty student population. The district will need to address these issues and work to ensure more equitable outcomes for all students in the area.
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