Summary:
The Kaizen Education Foundation dba South Pointe Junio district operates a single public charter middle school, South Pointe Junior High School, serving grades 6-8 with a total enrollment of 133 students. The school faces significant challenges, consistently ranking in the bottom tier of Arizona middle schools and performing well below state averages in academic proficiency across all grade levels and subject areas.
South Pointe Junior High School's student population is predominantly Hispanic (55.64%) and African American (30.83%), with a high percentage (79.7%) of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch, indicating a high level of economic disadvantage. The school's dropout rate is relatively high at 8.5%, and its per-student spending of $13,805 is not enough to overcome the significant socioeconomic challenges faced by the student population.
The data suggests that addressing the issues at South Pointe Junior High School will require a multifaceted approach, including targeted interventions, additional resources, and a focus on equity and access to ensure that all students have the opportunity to succeed. Without significant improvements, the school's persistently low academic performance and high dropout rate will continue to hinder the educational outcomes of the students it serves.
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