Summary:
The 96088 zip code is home to two struggling schools, Black Butte Elementary and Black Butte Junior High, which serve students from kindergarten through 8th grade. Both schools have consistently low performance, with very low statewide rankings, poor test scores, and high rates of chronic absenteeism.
The data reveals that Black Butte Elementary has 149 students, while Black Butte Junior High has 75 students. Both schools have significantly lower proficiency rates compared to the state averages in English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science. For example, Black Butte Elementary's 3rd-grade proficiency rates were just 11.54% in ELA and 23.08% in Math, compared to the state averages of 42.8% and 45.64%, respectively. Additionally, the schools have high rates of free/reduced lunch recipients, indicating a predominantly economically disadvantaged student population.
The lack of diversity in school options in the 96088 zip code is concerning, as the two struggling schools serve as the only educational options for students in the area. To address the challenges faced by these schools, targeted interventions focused on improving attendance, academic achievement, and providing additional resources for economically disadvantaged students may be necessary. The Black Butte Union Elementary district, which oversees both schools, also ranks very low in the state, suggesting the need for comprehensive support and improvement strategies.
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