Summary:
The city of Saint Cloud, Minnesota is home to 19 schools, including 9 elementary schools, 3 middle schools, 3 high schools, and 4 alternative schools, all part of the St. Cloud Public School District, except for 4 charter schools and 2 alternative schools that belong to other districts.
Among the standout schools, Westwood Elementary has the highest proficiency rates in math and reading, while Oak Hill Community Elementary also performs well academically and has a diverse student population. The charter schools, Stride Academy K-8 and Athlos Academy of Saint Cloud, serve predominantly African American students and have lower proficiency rates than the state, but outperform some district schools.
The data reveals significant racial disparities, with schools serving higher percentages of African American and Hispanic students tending to have lower proficiency rates. The alternative schools, such as Roosevelt Education Center and St Cloud Hospital Progs-Residential, struggle with very low graduation rates and high dropout rates, highlighting the challenges these schools face in supporting their high-need student populations. Addressing economic disparities and fostering collaboration between the district, charter, and alternative schools could be key to improving academic outcomes for all students in the Saint Cloud area.
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