Summary:
The ASU Preparatory Academy district in Arizona operates two elementary schools, serving students from kindergarten through 5th grade. The data reveals significant performance gaps and demographic differences between the two schools, highlighting the need to address the unique challenges faced by each institution.
The larger ASU Preparatory Academy- Phoenix Elementary has a student population of 432, with a diverse racial makeup that is predominantly Hispanic. However, the school's performance on state assessments is relatively low, with proficiency rates in English Language Arts and Mathematics well below the state averages. In contrast, the smaller ASU Preparatory Academy Pilgrim Rest STEM K-5 School, with only 82 students, has a higher percentage of African American and Native American students, and its academic performance is more mixed, with some grades performing better than the district and state averages, while others are significantly lower.
Both schools face significant socioeconomic challenges, with over 60% of their students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch, indicating high levels of economic disadvantage. This, coupled with the low academic performance, suggests the need for targeted interventions and additional resources to support the students and address the achievement gaps within the ASU Preparatory Academy district.
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