Summary:
The 83661 zip code area is home to 5 schools, including 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 2 high schools (one of which is an alternative school). This diverse set of schools serves a student population with significant socioeconomic challenges, as evidenced by the high rates of free and reduced-price lunch eligibility across the district.
Among the schools in this area, Payette High School stands out as the strongest performer, with relatively high proficiency rates on ISAT English Language Arts tests and a graduation rate of 78.9%, which is higher than the other high school, Payette Academy. In contrast, McCain Middle School and the two elementary schools, Payette Primary School and Westside Elementary School, struggle academically, with proficiency rates well below the district and state averages on ISAT tests.
The data also reveals concerning performance at Payette Academy, the alternative high school, which has a 0% graduation rate and an extremely high chronic absenteeism rate of 62.5%. This suggests the need for further investigation and targeted support to address the challenges facing this school. Overall, the schools in the 83661 zip code area face significant socioeconomic and academic hurdles, with Payette Joint District needing to develop strategies to ensure equitable educational outcomes for all students in the community.
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