Summary:
The 35647 zip code area is home to two schools - West Limestone High School, a high school with 733 students, and Sugar Creek Elementary School, an elementary school with 646 students. While Sugar Creek Elementary is performing well academically, with proficiency rates above the Limestone County and state averages, West Limestone High School has seen a concerning decline in its performance, with proficiency rates below the county and state in most subjects.
Sugar Creek Elementary stands out as a strong performer, with its students generally scoring above the county and state averages in mathematics, science, and English language arts across 3rd, 4th, and 5th grades. In contrast, West Limestone High School has experienced a drop in its statewide ranking, falling from 137th out of 367 Alabama high schools in 2021-2022 to 196th out of 378 in 2023-2024. The high school's proficiency rates are mostly below the county and state averages, with some exceptions in 6th and 7th grade English.
Both schools serve a significant population of economically disadvantaged students, with over 59% of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch. This may be a contributing factor to the academic performance challenges observed at West Limestone High School. Additionally, the racial demographics of the two schools suggest potential equity concerns, with West Limestone High School having a more diverse student population compared to Sugar Creek Elementary. Further analysis would be needed to understand if there are any disparities in academic outcomes for these student subgroups.
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