Summary:
The Edgecombe County Public Schools district in North Carolina is home to 4 middle schools serving students in grades 6-8. These schools face significant challenges, with all performing well below the state average on standardized test scores and serving student populations with extremely high poverty levels.
Among the standout schools, South Edgecombe Middle stands out for having the highest overall test scores in the district, a more balanced racial makeup, and the lowest spending per student. In contrast, Phillips Middle has the lowest student-teacher ratio and the highest spending per student, but its academic performance is still lagging behind state averages.
Across the Edgecombe County Public Schools district, there are clear racial and socioeconomic disparities, with some schools serving predominantly African American student populations and all schools having free/reduced lunch rates over 97%. Addressing these systemic challenges will be crucial to improving educational opportunities and outcomes for all students in the district.
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