Summary:
The city of Lawrenceville, Virginia, is home to 4 schools serving students from elementary through high school, including 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school. These schools face significant challenges, with high rates of economically disadvantaged students and stark disparities in academic performance compared to state averages.
Among the standout schools is Meherrin Powellton Elementary, which ranks 420 out of 1,114 Virginia elementary schools and has the highest test scores across several subjects, often outperforming the district and state. In contrast, Brunswick High has a low statewide ranking but stands out for its high proficiency rates in Geometry and Algebra I. The schools in Lawrenceville serve a predominantly African American student population, with free and reduced lunch rates ranging from 98.83% to 102.75%, indicating significant economic disadvantage.
Despite relatively high spending per student, ranging from $8,077 to $10,715, the academic performance of these schools, as measured by test scores and statewide rankings, suggests that additional resources and targeted interventions may be needed to address the challenges faced by the Brunswick County Public Schools district. Exploring the relationship between socioeconomic status and academic performance, as well as implementing strategies to improve equity and student outcomes, will be crucial for the future of education in Lawrenceville.
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