Summary:
The Joseph City Unified District in Arizona operates three schools: Joseph City Elementary School, Joseph City High School, and Joseph City Junior High School. While the high school stands out as a top performer in the state, the elementary and middle schools in the district are struggling, with test scores and rankings below the state averages.
Joseph City High School is the clear standout, consistently ranking among the top 81-127 high schools in Arizona and earning a 4-star rating. The school boasts an impressive 97% four-year graduation rate and a relatively low 3.5% dropout rate. Additionally, its test scores in English Language Arts (68% proficient) and Mathematics (50% proficient) for 11th grade students are significantly higher than the state averages.
In contrast, Joseph City Elementary School and Joseph City Junior High School are performing below the state averages in many areas. The elementary school's test scores in English Language Arts and Mathematics for grades 3-5 are mostly lower than the state averages, and its statewide ranking has fluctuated between 332nd and 561st out of over 1,200 Arizona elementary schools. The junior high school's test scores are also generally lower than the state averages, and its statewide ranking has declined from 259th to 431st out of over 800 Arizona middle schools.
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