Summary:
The 56701 zip code area is home to 4 schools, including 1 elementary school, 1 middle school, and 2 high schools (1 regular and 1 alternative learning center). Based on the data, Challenger Elementary stands out as the highest-performing school in the area, with consistently strong test scores and a 3-star rating from SchoolDigger. In contrast, the alternative high school, Northwest Area Learning Center, has significantly lower test scores but a relatively high graduation rate and low dropout rate, suggesting it effectively supports students who may have struggled in a traditional high school setting.
The racial makeup of the schools is predominantly white, with the alternative high school having the most diverse student population. The free/reduced lunch rates vary widely, with the alternative high school having the highest percentage of students receiving this assistance, which could be a proxy for the socioeconomic status of the student populations. The student-teacher ratios are generally within a reasonable range, with Challenger Elementary having the lowest ratio, which may contribute to its stronger academic performance.
Overall, the data provides a comprehensive overview of the schools in the Thief River Falls School District, highlighting the strengths and areas for improvement for each institution. Further analysis could explore strategies to support the lower-performing schools and address the factors contributing to the observed differences in performance.
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