Atlanta's Uneven School Ground: A Look at the Divide

A Stark Contrast

Atlanta's schools show a stark contrast. Midtown High School and Booker T. Washington High School are both in Atlanta, but they're worlds apart.

• Midtown High School
• Fewer students living in poverty

• More advanced classes

• Booker T. Washington High School
• More students in need
• Fewer resources

Opportunities and Access

This isn't just about buildings and books. It's about opportunities.

• Midtown High School
• Access to 27 Advanced Placement (AP) courses

• Opens doors to colleges and careers

• Booker T. Washington High School
• Fewer classes
• Less support

The Role of Poverty

Poverty plays a big role here.

• Booker T. Washington High School
• 72% of students come from low-income families

• Affects class sizes and extracurricular activities

• Midtown High School
• Smaller percentage of students in poverty
• More resources and better opportunities

Solutions and Fairness

So, what can be done?

• Redrawing school boundaries
• Creating magnet schools with special themes
• Adding more advanced courses
• Ensuring all schools have good technology

But it's not just about money. It's about fairness.

"Every student deserves a chance to succeed. That means giving all schools the tools they need."

It's a big task, but it's necessary. Atlanta's schools need to bridge the gap.