Summary:
The Caddo Parish school district in Louisiana is home to 8 middle schools serving grades 6-8, with a mix of public and public charter schools and student populations ranging from 252 to 1,087. The data reveals stark performance gaps between the highest and lowest-performing schools, highlighting systemic inequities in educational opportunities and resources.
At the top of the district are two exceptional magnet schools: Youree Dr. Middle Advanced Placement Magnet School and Caddo Parish Middle Magnet School. These schools boast exceptional test scores, with nearly all students proficient or better in math, and low free/reduced lunch rates, indicating their ability to serve students from diverse socioeconomic backgrounds. In contrast, schools like Fair Park Middle School and AmiKiDs Caddo struggle, with only 5-28% of students meeting proficiency standards.
The data also reveals a strong correlation between socioeconomic status, as measured by free/reduced lunch rates, and academic performance. Schools with the highest poverty rates, such as Northside Middle School, tend to have the lowest test scores, underscoring the challenges faced by students from disadvantaged backgrounds. Addressing these disparities and ensuring equitable access to high-quality education will be crucial for improving outcomes for all students in the Caddo Parish school district.
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