Summary:
The Calhoun 01 district in South Carolina is home to 3 schools: 2 elementary schools (Sandy Run School and St. Matthews K-8 School) and 1 high school (Calhoun County High). The data reveals that while some schools stand out, the district as a whole faces significant challenges in academic performance and equity.
Calhoun County High emerges as the standout school, with the highest graduation rate at 85.4% and the lowest dropout rate at 2.3%. It also performs relatively well on end-of-course exams, with proficiency rates above the district and state averages in Algebra 1, English 1, and U.S. History. In contrast, St. Matthews K-8 School stands out for its higher proficiency rates in English Language Arts across most grade levels compared to the other schools and the district/state averages.
However, the data also reveals significant challenges across the district. All 3 schools have 100% of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch, indicating a high-poverty student population. Additionally, the schools consistently perform in the bottom half of their respective school types in the state, with 1-star ratings from SchoolDigger. Chronic absenteeism rates are also high, ranging from 22.5% to 22.5%, which may contribute to the low academic performance. Addressing these systemic issues, including the academic performance gaps and equity concerns, will be crucial for improving educational outcomes for students in the Calhoun 01 district.
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