Summary:
The 85716 zip code area of Tucson, Arizona is home to 13 schools serving students from elementary through high school, including 4 public charter schools. This diverse educational landscape features a mix of high-performing and lower-performing institutions, with standout schools like BASIS Tucson Primary excelling academically, while others, such as Catalina High School, face challenges in serving their student populations.
The data reveals stark contrasts in academic performance, with BASIS Tucson Primary consistently outperforming state and district averages in English Language Arts and Mathematics proficiency, while many of the other schools, particularly the high schools and alternative schools, struggle to meet these benchmarks. The graduation rates also vary significantly, with Catalina High School reporting a 66.7% graduation rate and Tucson Unified Virtual Academy at only 31%.
The data also highlights the challenges faced by diverse and economically disadvantaged student populations, with schools serving higher percentages of minority and low-income students tending to have lower test scores, graduation rates, and higher dropout rates. This underscores the importance of addressing the unique needs and barriers faced by these student groups, as well as the potential impact of school governance and autonomy on student outcomes, as seen in the performance of public charter schools like BASIS Tucson Primary and AmeriSchools Academy - Country Club.
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