Summary:
The Tempe School District in Arizona is home to 4 middle schools serving grades 6-8. Among these, McKemy Academy of International Studies stands out as the top performer, earning a 4-star rating from SchoolDigger. In contrast, Fees College Preparatory Middle School and Geneva Epps Mosley Middle School are the lowest-performing, ranking in the bottom quartile of Arizona middle schools.
McKemy Academy of International Studies boasts the highest proficiency rates in English Language Arts and Mathematics across all grade levels, significantly outperforming the district and state averages. The school also has the lowest dropout rate at 7.5%. On the other hand, Fees College Preparatory Middle School had the highest dropout rate at 11.6%, and both Fees Prep and Geneva Epps Mosley had proficiency rates less than half the state average.
The data reveals substantial differences in student demographics, resources, and educational approaches across the middle schools in the Tempe School District. Further investigation into the underlying factors contributing to these performance gaps could provide valuable insights to help ensure equitable educational opportunities for all students in the district.
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