In many places in China, the construction of county-level middle schools has been endowed with high expectations and investment. However, the hidden phenomenon behind this is thought-provoking. This paper will deeply analyze the phenomenon in this county and explore the true face behind the exam-oriented education.

Closed management

County-level high schools generally adopt closed management, and strictly require students to work overtime to make up lessons for them, with the goal of enrollment rate. This kind of management has caused great pressure on students' physical and mental health.

Utilitarianism education

In order to improve the enrollment rate, some schools marginalize or even completely set up non-college entrance examination subjects. This leads to students' education becoming extremely utilitarian, only pursuing intellectual education and exam-taking skills, ignoring the diversified development of morality, physical education, beauty and labor.

The highest enrollment rate

Some schools even put forward the slogan of "squeezing all the potential of students" and "at all costs for the college entrance examination". This practice makes students bear a heavy learning burden and mental pressure, and spend every day in a tense learning rhythm.

Distortion of exam-oriented education

The phenomenon of exam-oriented education has been clearly reflected in this county. This is not only a great oppression of students' body and mind, but also a distortion of the essence of education. We need to re-examine and reflect on this educational phenomenon and create a healthier and more comprehensive educational environment for students.