Summary:
The Isaac Elementary District in Phoenix, Arizona, consists of 11 schools, including 9 elementary schools and 2 middle schools, serving a diverse student population that is predominantly Hispanic. The district's performance on standardized tests is generally below the state average, but a few standout schools, such as Joseph Zito Elementary School and Esperanza Elementary School, have significantly higher proficiency rates in English Language Arts and Mathematics.
The Isaac Online Prep Academy, a virtual school within the district, also stands out with impressive performance, particularly in English Language Arts. However, the district as a whole faces challenges, including high dropout rates at the middle school level, high percentages of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, and relatively low spending per student and high student-teacher ratios compared to state and national averages.
The data suggests that while the district faces significant resource and funding challenges, there is potential for improvement by learning from the practices and strategies used at the highest-performing schools, such as Joseph Zito Elementary and Esperanza Elementary. Additionally, the success of the Isaac Online Prep Academy indicates that virtual learning may be a valuable option for some students within the district.
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