Summary:
The 24521 zip code area is home to 5 schools, including 3 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school, all part of the Amherst County Public Schools district. While the district as a whole is ranked in the bottom 25% of Virginia districts, a few standout schools emerge from the data.
Temperance Elementary is a small but high-performing school, ranking in the top 30% of Virginia elementary schools with consistently strong proficiency rates in math, science, and reading. In contrast, Central Elementary lags behind the other schools in the area. Amherst Middle stands out as the highest-ranked school in the district, with a 3-star rating from SchoolDigger and 97% of 8th graders proficient in Algebra I.
The schools in this area face challenges common to many high-poverty districts, with 74-78% of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch. Spending per student ranges from $7,925 to $9,648, suggesting resource constraints. However, the high-performing Temperance Elementary has the highest per-student spending, indicating that targeted investment can yield positive results. Overall, the data highlights both areas of strength and potential areas for improvement within the Amherst County Public Schools district.
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