Summary:
The Santa Cruz Valley Unified District in Arizona is home to 3 elementary schools that serve students from pre-kindergarten through 5th grade. While the schools face some academic challenges, there are also standout performers that provide a foundation for improvement across the district.
Calabasas School and San Cayetano Elementary School both underperform the state averages in English Language Arts and Mathematics proficiency, with most grades scoring 10-20 percentage points below the state. However, Mountain View School outperforms the district and state in these areas, particularly in 3rd grade where 30% of students are proficient in ELA and 33% in Math. San Cayetano also stands out for its 5th grade Science proficiency, with 40% of students scoring proficient or better, exceeding the state average.
The schools in the Santa Cruz Valley Unified District face socioeconomic challenges, with high percentages of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, ranging from 68.7% to 82.69%. This, combined with below-average per-student spending and relatively high student-teacher ratios, suggests the need for targeted interventions and additional resources to support student success. While the overall academic performance is concerning, the strengths of Mountain View School and San Cayetano Elementary provide a foundation for the district to build upon and improve outcomes across all its elementary schools.
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