Summary:
The 36758 zip code area is home to two schools - Dallas County High School and JE Terry Elementary School. While JE Terry Elementary is a strong performer, ranking in the top 30% of Alabama elementary schools, Dallas County High School struggles academically, ranking in the bottom third of high schools statewide.
JE Terry Elementary outperforms the Dallas County and Alabama averages in several key test score metrics, including 3rd-5th grade English and 4th grade Science. The school also has a relatively low student-teacher ratio of 16:1. In contrast, Dallas County High School significantly underperforms the state averages in 11th grade Math, Science, and English proficiency, and has a high percentage of students (71.65%) receiving free or reduced-price lunch.
The data reveals a stark contrast in academic performance between the high school and elementary school, which may be linked to funding disparities, as JE Terry Elementary spends $12,312 per student compared to $9,853 per student at the high school. Additionally, the schools have differing racial compositions, with Dallas County High School having a higher percentage of African American students. These factors, combined with the high rates of economic disadvantage in the community, likely contribute to the academic challenges faced by the high school.
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