Summary:
The 25523 zip code area is home to two schools - Lincoln County High School and Hamlin Pk-8, both part of the Lincoln County Schools district. While Lincoln County High School has seen fluctuations in its statewide ranking and rating, Hamlin Pk-8 has consistently ranked in the bottom third of West Virginia elementary schools.
Lincoln County High School, the only high school in the area, maintains a relatively high 92.5% four-year graduation rate, but its 11th-grade test scores are generally below the state averages in math, English, and science. In contrast, Hamlin Pk-8, the sole elementary/middle school, shows a mix of academic performance, with some grade levels performing above the district and state averages in math and English, while others are below.
Both schools have relatively high spending per student, with Lincoln County High School at $12,622 and Hamlin Pk-8 at $12,119. Hamlin Pk-8 also has a lower student-teacher ratio of 11.2 compared to Lincoln County High School's 14.8, which may be a contributing factor to its performance. Overall, the data highlights the need for a deeper examination of the factors driving the performance of these two schools and ensuring equitable educational opportunities for all students in the 25523 zip code area.
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