Summary:
The 85750 zip code area of Tucson, Arizona is home to 5 schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school grades across 3 different school districts - BASIS Charter Schools Inc., Catalina Foothills Unified District, and Tucson Unified District. The standout school in this set is BASIS Tucson North, a public charter high school ranked #2 out of 469 Arizona high schools with exceptional academic performance and graduation rates. The Catalina Foothills Unified District schools, including Esperero Canyon Middle School, Ventana Vista Elementary School, and Canyon View Elementary School, also demonstrate strong academic results exceeding state averages. Additionally, Fruchthendler Elementary in the Tucson Unified District outperforms the district and state on assessments, suggesting it may be a bright spot within the lower-ranked district.
Across the 5 schools, there is a wide range in student demographics, academic outcomes, and resource levels. BASIS Tucson North stands out with its exceptionally high performance, 98% proficiency rates in core subjects, 98.7% graduation rate, and diverse student population. In contrast, Esperero Canyon Middle School has a higher 4.2% dropout rate. The schools also vary significantly in their percentage of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch, from 9.8% to 27.5%.
Overall, the data highlights the diversity of school quality and performance within the 85750 zip code area, underscoring the importance of analyzing school-level information rather than relying solely on district-level data. The analysis identifies standout schools, key metrics, and interesting comparisons that can inform educational decisions and resource allocation in the region.
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