Summary:
The 29641 zip code is home to a single elementary school, Lakes and Bridges Charter School, which serves grades 1-8 with a total enrollment of 202 students. The school is part of the School Public Charter School District, which is ranked 30 out of 75 districts in South Carolina and has a 3-star rating.
While the school has a relatively low student-teacher ratio of 8.9 to 1, its academic performance is a concern. The school's test scores on the SC READY assessments are consistently below the district and state averages across multiple grade levels and subject areas. For example, in the 2024-2025 school year, only 25% of 3rd graders were proficient or better in ELA, compared to 58.9% in the district and 61.8% statewide. Similarly, just 10.8% of 5th graders were proficient or better in math, compared to 35.8% in the district and 48.1% statewide.
Additionally, the school faces challenges with high chronic absenteeism, with a rate of 22.5% in the 2023-2024 school year, significantly higher than the state average. Despite the school's higher-than-average per-student spending of $15,124, these factors have not yet translated into improved academic outcomes. With over 32% of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch, the school serves a relatively high proportion of economically disadvantaged students, which may require additional resources and support to address their unique educational needs.
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