Summary:
The 81008 zip code area has only one school, Centennial High School, a public high school serving grades 9-12. The school's student population is predominantly Hispanic (65.24%), with a significant percentage of students (59.64%) receiving free or reduced-price lunch, indicating a high level of economic disadvantage.
Academically, Centennial High School has consistently underperformed compared to the Pueblo School District No. 60 and the state of Colorado on standardized tests across multiple subjects and grade levels. For example, in the 2023-2024 school year, only 11.3% of 11th-grade students were proficient or better in CMAS/Science, compared to the district's 13% and the state's 24.8%. Similar performance gaps are observed in other subject areas and grade levels.
The high percentage of economically disadvantaged students and the school's consistent underperformance on standardized tests suggest a need for targeted interventions and support to address the root causes of the academic achievement gaps and improve student outcomes at Centennial High School. The analysis highlights the importance of considering contextual factors, such as student demographics and socioeconomic status, when evaluating school performance and identifying areas for improvement.
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