Summary:
The city of Weldona, Colorado is home to two schools: Weldon Valley Elementary School and Weldon Valley Junior/Senior High School. Both schools have a predominantly white student population, with the high school being slightly more diverse. Weldon Valley Elementary School stands out for its strong academic performance, consistently outperforming the state average in several CMAS assessments. In contrast, the junior/senior high school has seen a decline in its ranking in recent years, though it had a relatively high ranking in the past.
The data reveals some interesting differences between the two schools. Weldon Valley Elementary School has a higher percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, indicating a greater economic need among the younger student population. Meanwhile, the junior/senior high school has a lower student-teacher ratio, which may suggest a greater focus on personalized attention and support for older students. Additionally, the elementary school's ranking has ranged from 335th out of 933 in 2022-2023 to 524th out of 917 in 2017-2018, while the junior/senior high school ranked 260th out of 388 Colorado high schools in 2017-2018 and 106th out of 369 in 2013-2014, indicating a history of strong performance.
Overall, the schools in Weldona, Colorado provide a mixed picture of educational quality. School District No. Re-20 Weldon Valley appears to have a strong elementary school, but the junior/senior high school's performance has been more variable. Parents and community members may want to closely monitor the progress of both schools and advocate for continued improvement and support to ensure all students in Weldona receive a high-quality education.
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