Summary:
The 85621 zip code area of Nogales, Arizona is home to 16 schools, including 9 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, 4 high schools, and 1 alternative school. These schools are part of the Nogales Unified District, with the exception of Little Red Schoolhouse (part of Santa Cruz Elementary District) and the charter schools.
Among the standout schools in the area, Mexicayotl Charter School consistently performs at a high level, ranking 57th out of 904 Arizona elementary schools and earning 5 out of 5 stars from SchoolDigger. It boasts impressive test scores, with 89% of 8th graders proficient or better in English Language Arts and 87% in Mathematics. Another strong performer is Little Red Schoolhouse, which ranks 223rd out of 904 Arizona elementary schools and earns 4 out of 5 stars, with 50-63% of students proficient or better in core subjects.
The data also reveals significant disparities in academic performance, graduation rates, and funding levels across the schools in the 85621 zip code. While Nogales High School has a 93.9% four-year graduation rate, Pierson High School has a much lower 47.8% rate. Similarly, per-student spending ranges from $1,612 at NUSD Online to $22,990 at EdOptions Preparatory Academy. These findings highlight the complex factors that shape student outcomes in this diverse educational landscape.
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