Summary:
The 30248 zip code area in Henry County, Georgia is home to 9 schools, including 5 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 2 high schools, all part of the Henry County school district. While the district as a whole faces challenges, with a 1-star rating from SchoolDigger, some standout schools in the area include New Hope Elementary, which has the highest statewide ranking and proficiency rates among the elementary schools, and Locust Grove Middle, which has the highest statewide ranking and proficiency rates among the middle schools.
The data reveals significant variation in school performance across the 30248 zip code area. Graduation rates at the two high schools, Locust Grove High and Luella High School, are below the state average at 83.4% and 88.1%, respectively. Proficiency rates on state assessments also vary widely, with 5th grade Math proficiency ranging from 13.7% at Locust Grove Elementary to 43.6% at New Hope Elementary.
The data suggests a correlation between socioeconomic status and academic performance, with the schools having the highest rates of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch tending to have the lowest test scores and proficiency rates. This raises questions about equity and access to educational opportunities within the Henry County school district, which overall is ranked 152 out of 203 districts in Georgia and has a 1-star rating from SchoolDigger, indicating significant challenges in providing a quality education across the district.
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