Summary:
The 22902 zip code area is home to 3 schools: 2 elementary schools (Mountain View Elementary and Clark Elementary) and 1 high school (Monticello High). While Monticello High and Mountain View Elementary serve more diverse student populations, Clark Elementary stands out as a high-poverty school with significantly lower test scores and a 0 out of 5 star rating from SchoolDigger.
The data reveals a clear socioeconomic divide, with Clark Elementary serving a student population where 73.09% qualify for free or reduced-price lunch, compared to 56.14% at Monticello High and 46.68% at Mountain View Elementary. This disparity is reflected in the schools' test scores, with Clark Elementary performing significantly worse than the other two schools, despite having the highest spending per student at $15,293.
The more diverse student populations at Mountain View Elementary and Clark Elementary may provide valuable learning experiences, but the data suggests that diversity alone does not guarantee academic success. The challenges faced by high-poverty schools like Clark Elementary highlight the need for targeted interventions and support to address the complex needs of students in these communities, which are served by the Charlottesville City Public Schools and Albemarle County Public Schools districts.
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