Summary:
The 81223 zip code in Colorado is home to two schools: Cotopaxi Junior-Senior High School and Cotopaxi Elementary School, both of which serve a predominantly white, low-income student population. While the high school has seen a concerning decline in its statewide ranking, the elementary school has consistently performed poorly, with both schools struggling to meet state and district averages on standardized tests.
Fremont Re-3 district is home to these two schools, and the data reveals some notable insights. Cotopaxi Junior-Senior High School has seen its statewide ranking drop from the top 25% of Colorado high schools in 2017-2018 to the bottom 40% in 2023-2024, despite having above-average proficiency rates in English Language Arts. In contrast, the school's Math proficiency rates are well below the district and state averages. Cotopaxi Elementary School, on the other hand, has consistently been ranked in the bottom half of Colorado elementary schools, with test scores in both English Language Arts and Math falling short of the district and state benchmarks.
Both schools serve a high percentage of students from low-income families, with Cotopaxi Elementary School having an even higher rate of free or reduced-price lunch recipients at 63.64% compared to 57.84% at the high school. This suggests that the schools may face unique challenges in providing resources and support to their students. Additionally, the racial homogeneity of the schools, with over 90% of students identifying as white, highlights the need to address issues of equity and inclusion within the educational system.
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