Summary:
The Casa Grande Union High School District in Arizona operates two high schools: Casa Grande Union High School and Vista Grande High School. Both schools face similar challenges, with low academic proficiency rates in English, Math, and Science compared to the state average. However, Vista Grande High School has a higher four-year graduation rate and lower dropout rate than Casa Grande Union High School.
Enrollment at the two schools is similar, with Casa Grande Union High School serving 2,132 students and Vista Grande High School serving 1,790 students. Both schools have a high percentage of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch, indicating a predominantly low-income student population. Spending per student is also comparable between the two schools, but Vista Grande High School has a lower student-teacher ratio.
Overall, the Casa Grande Union High School District faces significant challenges in improving academic performance, graduation rates, and addressing socioeconomic factors that impact student success. While there are no clear standout schools, the district should investigate the root causes of the underperformance and implement targeted strategies to support student achievement across both high schools.
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