Summary:
The Crane Elementary District in Yuma, Arizona, consists of 9 elementary schools serving students from kindergarten through 8th grade. The district's academic performance varies significantly, with some standout schools like Gowan Science Academy consistently ranking in the top 20% of Arizona elementary schools, while others like Salida Del Sol Elementary perform significantly below the district and state averages.
Gowan Science Academy stands out with its high academic performance, strong test scores, and diverse student population. In contrast, Salida Del Sol Elementary is the lowest-performing school in the district, ranking in the bottom 25% of Arizona elementary schools and having significantly lower test scores compared to the district and state. The district's virtual school, Crane iLearning Academy, also has mixed results, with high academic performance but a high dropout rate.
The Crane Elementary District as a whole is ranked 178 out of 288 districts in Arizona and is rated 2 stars out of 5 by SchoolDigger. The district's student population is predominantly Hispanic, and free/reduced lunch rates vary significantly across the schools. Spending per student also ranges widely, from $7,332 at Crane iLearning Academy to $10,893 at Valley Horizon Elementary School, suggesting potential inequities in resource allocation that may contribute to the performance gaps observed between the schools.
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