The three schools were selected for the study based on various state level achievement factors: Marvin High School met all possible state level criteria; Rosland High School surpassed the median State API score, had graduation rates above State averages for the most recent five consecutive years, and had low dropout rates; and Thomasville High School had above average proficiency rates in both English Language Arts and in Math, high graduation rates, and low dropout rates. Table 2 profiles the three schools based on school characteristics, demographics, and achievement factors.