Summary:
The 29153 zip code area in South Carolina is home to 5 schools, including 2 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 1 high school. These schools serve a high-poverty student population, with all students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch. While the schools face significant challenges, one middle school, Ebenezer Middle, stands out as the highest performer in the group.
Ebenezer Middle School has higher test scores and a 1-star rating from SchoolDigger, compared to the 0-star ratings of the other middle schools. Its English Language Arts and Mathematics proficiency rates are notably higher than the Sumter 01 district and state averages. In contrast, Crestwood High School, the only high school in the data set, has a 4-year graduation rate of 85.4% but lags behind the district and state on test scores and has a 2.3% dropout rate.
Across all schools in the 29153 zip code, chronic absenteeism rates are high, ranging from 22.5% to 22.5%, which may be contributing to the overall low academic performance. Additionally, the schools vary in their per-student spending, with R.E. Davis College Preparatory Academy spending the most at $14,888 per student and Ebenezer Middle spending the least at $11,252 per student. These insights highlight the significant challenges faced by the schools in this area and the need for targeted interventions to support student success.
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