Summary:
The Clarendon 06 school district in South Carolina consists of 10 schools, including 4 elementary schools, 3 middle schools, and 3 high schools, serving a diverse student population. The data reveals stark performance differences between the schools, with some, like Walker-Gamble Elementary, consistently outperforming the district and state averages on standardized tests, while others, like Scott's Branch High, struggle to meet state benchmarks.
The racial and socioeconomic makeup of the schools varies significantly, with East Clarendon Middle-High having a majority white student population, while Scott's Branch High has a majority African American student body. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, a proxy for socioeconomic status, ranges from 0.37% at Manning High to 2.56% at Dr. Rose H. Wilder Elementary, suggesting potential disparities in resources and support across the district.
The data also highlights the importance of early childhood education, with the strong performance of the Manning Early Childhood Center and Manning Primary schools. Additionally, the middle and high schools in the Clarendon 06 district tend to have more consistent performance, with East Clarendon Middle-High and Manning Junior High ranking in the middle of the state's schools.
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