Summary:
The 36105 zip code area in Montgomery, Alabama is home to two underperforming schools: Bellingrath Middle School and Davis Elementary School. Both schools consistently rank among the lowest in the state, with Bellingrath Middle School ranked 437 out of 442 middle schools and Davis Elementary School ranked 681 out of 684 elementary schools in Alabama for the 2023-2024 school year.
Academically, the schools struggle significantly, with proficiency rates in mathematics, science, and English language arts well below the Montgomery County district and state averages. For example, only 0.47% of 8th-grade students at Bellingrath Middle School were proficient or better in mathematics, compared to 9.81% in the county and 22.06% statewide. Similarly, at Davis Elementary School, only 6.9% of 3rd-grade students were proficient or better in mathematics, compared to 27.51% in the county and 42.16% statewide.
The schools also face significant socioeconomic challenges, with both having extremely high rates of free and reduced-price lunch recipients, at over 96%. This suggests that the student populations come from economically disadvantaged backgrounds, which may be contributing to their academic struggles. While the schools spend between $9,500 and $11,200 per student, the lack of data on student-teacher ratios makes it difficult to assess the adequacy of resources and staffing. Overall, the data highlights the need for targeted interventions and support to address the educational and socioeconomic barriers faced by these schools and their students.
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