Summary:
The 31312 zip code area of Effingham County, Georgia is home to 7 high-performing schools, including 4 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 1 high school. These schools are part of the Effingham County school district, which is ranked 22 out of 203 districts in the state and has a 4-star rating from SchoolDigger.
Several schools in the 31312 zip code stand out as top performers. South Effingham High School consistently ranks in the top 25% of Georgia high schools, with a 4-star rating and an impressive 94.7% 4-year graduation rate. South Effingham Middle School is also a high achiever, ranking in the top 15% of Georgia middle schools with a 4-star rating and 100% of students proficient or better in Algebra I. Additionally, South Effingham Elementary School is a standout, earning a 5-star rating and ranking in the top 15% of Georgia elementary schools with over 60% of students proficient or better in English Language Arts and Math.
While the schools in the 31312 zip code generally outperform the county and state averages on standardized tests, there is a noticeable gap in performance between the top-performing schools and the lower-performing ones, such as Effingham County Middle School and Guyton Elementary School. This suggests the need for further investigation into the factors contributing to these differences. Additionally, the schools vary in their free/reduced lunch rates and spending per student, which could be important considerations in understanding their performance and resource needs.
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