Summary:
The 59405 zip code area of Great Falls, Montana is home to 13 schools, including 10 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 2 high schools. The data reveals a mix of high-performing and low-performing institutions, with Loy School and Chief Joseph School standing out as the top-performing elementary schools, while Longfellow School consistently ranks among the lowest in the state.
The student population across these schools is diverse, with varying racial/ethnic backgrounds represented. However, the data also highlights significant disparities in academic performance, with proficiency rates in math, reading, and science ranging from as low as 10.39% at Longfellow School to as high as 50.58% in reading at Loy School. These gaps suggest potential equity issues that warrant further investigation.
The data also reveals a mix of per-student spending, from $8,058 at Sunnyside School to $10,713 at East Middle School. While there is no clear correlation between funding and performance, the schools with the lowest spending tend to have the lowest proficiency rates, indicating a potential relationship between resources and student outcomes. Additionally, the data includes two specialized schools, MT School For Deaf & Blnd Elementary and MT School For Deaf & Blnd High School, which serve a unique student population and have distinct performance profiles.
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