Members of the disadvantaged who band together in a group with values and behaviors antagonistic toward school are in a __________.

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The description fits a student subculture, which refers to a group of students who share distinctive values and behavior patterns that differ from those of the mainstream culture of the school. They tend to reject the school's goals and norms, and may engage in activities that are disruptive or counter to academic achievement. The other options, such as the Parent-Teacher Association, charter schools, and magnet schools, do not necessarily involve students who reject mainstream school culture.

Members of the Disadvantaged Who Band Together in a Group