Summary:
Southgate Academy is an alternative public charter school located in Tucson, Arizona, serving grades K-12 with a student population of 403, primarily from Hispanic and other minority backgrounds.
Despite its diverse student body, Southgate Academy faces significant challenges. Its graduation rates have fluctuated, ranging from a high of 90.3% in 2019-2020 to a low of 61.9% in 2020-2021, with the most recent rate in 2022-2023 at 65.7%, lower than the state average. Dropout rates have also increased, from 1.4% in 2018-2019 to 9.6% in 2022-2023, significantly higher than the state average. Academically, Southgate Academy's proficiency rates in English Language Arts and Mathematics are well below state averages, ranging from 3% to 21% in 2022-2023, compared to the state averages of 37% to 45%. The school also has a relatively high percentage of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch, at 39.95% in 2022-2023, indicating a higher proportion of students from economically disadvantaged backgrounds.
When compared to nearby alternative schools, such as AmeriSchools Academy - Country Club, Nosotros Academy, and Tucson International Academy, Southgate Academy generally underperforms in terms of academic proficiency, graduation rates, and dropout rates. These nearby schools, while also serving high-need populations, appear to be more successful in supporting student achievement. Additionally, Southgate Academy's per-student spending of $9,214 in 2018-2019 is lower than the state average, which may contribute to the school's challenges in improving student outcomes.
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