Summary:
The data provided focuses on a single middle school, James & Rosemary Phalen Leadership Academy Middle School, which serves students in grades 6-8. This school is located in an area with significant socioeconomic challenges, as evidenced by the high percentage of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch (76.41%) and the school's high chronic absenteeism rate (23.0%).
Academically, the school's performance is a concern, with only 10.11% of students proficient or better in English Language Arts and 10.57% proficient or better in Math, well below state averages. Despite the school's relatively low student-teacher ratio of 16.7, it spends a relatively high amount per student ($19,622) compared to the state average, suggesting a need for more effective resource allocation and targeted interventions to improve student outcomes.
Overall, the data paints a picture of a struggling middle school serving a predominantly minority and economically disadvantaged student population. Addressing the underlying factors contributing to the school's low academic performance will be crucial for improving student outcomes and providing a high-quality education for the community served by James & Rosemary Phalen Leadership Academy Middle School.
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