Rocky Ford School District No. R2

The Rocky Ford School District No. R2 in Colorado is home to three schools: two elementary schools (Jefferson Intermediate School and Washington Primary School) and one junior/senior high school (Rocky Ford Junior/Senior High School). The district faces significant challenges, with high poverty levels and generally lower academic performance compared to state averages, but also has some bright spots in its schools' performance.

Jefferson Intermediate School stands out as a top performer, with the highest percentage of students proficient or better in CMAS/English Language Arts across all grades and notably higher proficiency rates in 6th grade CMAS/English Language Arts and CMAS/Math compared to district and state averages. In contrast, Washington Primary School has the highest percentage of free and reduced lunch recipients, indicating a high level of economic disadvantage among its student population, but also has a relatively low student-teacher ratio of 11.3, which could be beneficial for providing more individualized attention to students.

Overall, the Rocky Ford School District No. R2 faces significant challenges, with high poverty levels and generally lower academic performance compared to state averages. However, the data also highlights potential strengths, such as the low student-teacher ratios and the academic success of Jefferson Intermediate School in certain subject areas. Targeted interventions and support tailored to the unique needs of the district's student population could be crucial in improving overall academic outcomes.