Summary:
The 30436 zip code area is home to 5 schools, including 3 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school, all part of the Toombs County school district. While the district is ranked 85 out of 203 in Georgia and has a 3-star rating, the data reveals standout schools within the area.
Toombs Central Elementary School stands out as the highest-performing school, consistently ranking among the top 25% of elementary schools in Georgia and earning a 4-star rating from SchoolDigger. The school's test scores are significantly higher than the county and state averages, particularly in English Language Arts and Mathematics. Another standout is Lyons Upper Elementary, which has maintained a 3-star or higher rating and has test scores above the county and state averages in most subjects.
Despite the high poverty rates, with all schools having between 86.45% and 86.71% of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, the data suggests that Toombs Central Elementary and Lyons Upper Elementary are effectively addressing the needs of their students and implementing successful instructional strategies. The schools' spending per student varies, with Lyons Primary School spending nearly $2,000 more per student than Toombs County High School. Additionally, the student-teacher ratios are generally lower than the state average, which could be a contributing factor to the schools' academic performance.
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