Summary:
The Amherst County Public Schools district in Virginia is home to two middle schools: Monelison Middle and Amherst Middle. Based on the available data, Amherst Middle appears to be the stronger-performing school in the district, outpacing Monelison Middle and the district/state averages on several key metrics.
Amherst Middle holds a higher 3-star statewide ranking from SchoolDigger compared to Monelison Middle's 1-star rating. It also outperforms Monelison Middle and the district/state averages on most standardized test scores, particularly in mathematics and reading. Additionally, Amherst Middle has a lower student-teacher ratio and spends more per student than Monelison Middle. However, both schools face challenges, with high percentages of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, suggesting a need for additional support and resources to address socioeconomic factors.
The racial demographics of the schools differ, with Monelison Middle being more diverse and Amherst Middle having a higher percentage of white students. This may indicate the need to examine equity and access issues within the Amherst County Public Schools district. Overall, the district as a whole is ranked 95 out of 130 in Virginia and has a 1-star rating from SchoolDigger, indicating room for improvement in the quality of education provided across the district, particularly in the area of mathematics performance.
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