Summary:
The city of Monte Vista, Colorado is home to 9 schools across two school districts, serving students from elementary through high school. The data reveals significant disparities in school performance and student demographics within the area, with the Sargent School District outperforming the Monte Vista School District on several key metrics.
Among the standout schools, Sargent Elementary School has the highest overall test scores in the district, with strong performance in English Language Arts, Math, and Science. At the high school level, Sargent Senior High School boasts the highest test scores, with 50% of 11th graders proficient or better in SAT Reading and Writing. In contrast, the high schools in the Monte Vista School District, including Monte Vista Senior High School and Byron Syring Delta Center, are performing poorly compared to state averages.
The data also reveals significant racial disparities among the schools, with some having a majority Hispanic student population and others a majority white student population. Additionally, the schools in the Monte Vista School District have higher rates of free and reduced lunch recipients, suggesting potential issues with equity and access to quality education. Overall, the analysis highlights the need for further investigation and targeted interventions to address the performance gaps and demographic disparities within the Monte Vista school system.
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