Summary:
The city of Alachua, Florida is home to 6 schools, including 3 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 1 high school. The data reveals a stark contrast between the high-performing Alachua Learning Academy Elementary and Alachua Learning Academy Middle schools, which consistently rank among the top in the state, and the struggling traditional public schools in the Alachua district.
The Alachua Learning Academy schools demonstrate exceptional academic achievement, with 84-100% of students proficient in English Language Arts and Math. In contrast, at Alachua Elementary School, only 33-38% of students are proficient in these core subjects, well below the state and district averages. This significant achievement gap is a concerning trend that likely impacts student learning and success.
Chronic absenteeism is also a challenge across the district, ranging from 20.4% at Alachua Learning Academy Elementary to 36.3% at Alachua Elementary. Additionally, the schools vary in their racial diversity and the percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, a proxy for socioeconomic status. These factors likely contribute to the performance differences observed between the schools.
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