Summary:
The Kyrene Elementary District in Arizona is home to 6 middle schools serving grades 6-8. These schools demonstrate a range of academic performance, with Kyrene Altadena Middle School consistently ranking among the top 100 middle schools in the state and significantly outperforming the district and state averages in English Language Arts and Mathematics proficiency. In contrast, Kyrene Middle School and Kyrene Centennial Middle School have the lowest proficiency rates, particularly in Mathematics.
The schools also vary in their student demographics, with Kyrene Altadena Middle School having the lowest percentage of students receiving free/reduced lunch (9.88%) and Kyrene Middle School having the highest (43.86%). Spending per student ranges from $5,056 at Kyrene Altadena Middle School to $7,191 at Kyrene Middle School, suggesting that factors beyond just funding and resources may be contributing to the academic success of Kyrene Altadena Middle School.
Overall, the analysis of this data set highlights the importance of understanding the nuances and complexities within the Kyrene Elementary District, as well as the need to identify and replicate the practices and strategies that are driving success in high-performing schools like Kyrene Altadena Middle School.
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