Summary:
The city of Buhl, Idaho is home to 4 schools, including 1 elementary school, 1 middle school, and 2 high schools (one of which is an alternative school). The schools in this area serve a diverse student population, with a significant Hispanic/Latino representation ranging from 32.79% to 43.59% across the different campuses.
Popplewell Elementary School and Buhl Middle School consistently underperform the district and state averages on academic measures, with low state rankings and below-average test scores in math, science, and English language arts. These schools also face challenges with high chronic absenteeism rates and a high percentage of students eligible for free/reduced lunch, suggesting socioeconomic disparities. In contrast, Buhl High School performs better, but still has a 4-year graduation rate lower than the state average.
The data also reveals significant challenges at Wakapa Academy, the alternative high school in the Buhl Joint District. Wakapa Academy has a very low 4-year graduation rate of 47.1% and an extremely high chronic absenteeism rate of 29.7%, along with a high percentage of students eligible for free/reduced lunch. These findings highlight the unique needs and difficulties faced by students in alternative education settings, and the need for targeted interventions and support to improve outcomes at all schools in the Buhl area.
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