Summary:
The city of Vail, Arizona is home to 5 schools in the Vail Unified District, including 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 2 high schools. Overall, the district performs well, with most schools earning 4 or 5-star ratings from SchoolDigger, except for Pantano High School.
The standout schools in the district are Ocotillo Ridge Elementary, which consistently ranks among the top elementary schools in the state, and Old Vail Middle School, which performs very well and ranks in the top 25% of Arizona middle schools. At the high school level, Cienega High School stands out with a strong academic record and high graduation rates.
However, there is a significant gap in academic performance between the high-performing elementary and middle schools and the lower-performing Pantano High School, which has concerning dropout rates and low proficiency in English Language Arts and Mathematics. The district should investigate the factors contributing to this disparity and explore ways to support the underperforming schools to ensure all students in Vail receive a high-quality education.
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