Summary:
The city of Florence, Arizona is home to 7 schools, including 2 elementary schools, 1 high school, and 4 alternative schools. The data reveals a mix of academic performance, with American Leadership Academy Anthem K-6, a charter school, standing out for its relatively strong test scores, particularly in English Language Arts. In contrast, Florence High School, the only traditional high school in the data set, struggles with lower test scores compared to the state averages, especially in Mathematics, despite having a high 4-year graduation rate of 90.1%.
The alternative schools, such as Mountain Vista Academy and Florence Virtual Academy, face greater challenges, with lower graduation rates and higher dropout rates compared to the traditional high school. These schools also tend to have higher spending per student, suggesting the need for targeted support and interventions to address the unique needs of students in alternative settings.
Across the Florence Unified School District, the schools have relatively high percentages of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, ranging from 43.84% to 63.45%, which may indicate potential equity concerns in terms of access to quality education for economically disadvantaged students. The data highlights the importance of analyzing school-level data to identify areas of strength and areas for improvement within the district.
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