Summary:
The city of Goshen, Alabama is home to two schools: Goshen Elementary School and Goshen High School. While Goshen High School generally performs better than the elementary school, both schools face challenges in terms of academic achievement and socioeconomic factors.
Pike County schools, including those in Goshen, tend to underperform compared to state and county averages. Goshen Elementary School has relatively low test scores, with proficiency rates ranging from 11% to 50% across different grade levels and subjects, and is consistently ranked in the bottom half of Alabama elementary schools. In contrast, Goshen High School has mixed test scores, with some areas performing better than the state and county averages and others performing worse, but its statewide ranking has declined over the past three years.
The schools in Goshen also face socioeconomic challenges, with Goshen Elementary School having a high percentage of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch (72.29%), indicating a relatively low-income student population. Both schools have a diverse student population, with a mix of White and African American students, highlighting the importance of ensuring equitable educational opportunities and outcomes for all students.
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