Maricopa Unified School District

The Maricopa Unified School District in Arizona operates 10 schools, including 6 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, 1 high school, and 1 alternative virtual school. The district serves a diverse student population, with Hispanic students making up the largest racial group across the schools.

Within the district, a few schools stand out. Pima Butte Elementary School and Santa Rosa Elementary School consistently perform above the district and state averages on English Language Arts and Mathematics assessments for grades 3-5. In contrast, Maricopa High School lags behind the state averages, with only 33% proficiency in ELA and 25% in Math for 11th grade. The district's alternative school, Maricopa Virtual Academy, stands out with an impressive 82.9% four-year graduation rate, significantly higher than the 74.3% rate at Maricopa High School.

The data also reveals that the schools in the Maricopa Unified School District generally perform below the state averages on standardized tests, particularly in mathematics. This suggests that the district may need to focus on improving math instruction and support. Additionally, the high rates of free and reduced-price lunch recipients across the district indicate that many students come from economically disadvantaged backgrounds, which may contribute to the lower academic performance observed.