Summary:
The Hatch Valley area is home to three elementary schools - Rio Grande Elementary, Hatch Valley Elementary, and Garfield Elementary - serving students from pre-kindergarten through 5th grade. The data reveals significant disparities in academic performance between these schools, with some standout performers and areas for improvement.
Garfield Elementary emerges as a relative bright spot, with the highest historical statewide school ranking and the best language arts proficiency rates among the three schools. It also has the lowest student-teacher ratio, suggesting a more personalized learning environment. In contrast, Rio Grande Elementary consistently underperforms compared to the Hatch Valley district and state averages across all subjects, indicating a need for targeted interventions.
Notably, both Hatch Valley Elementary and Garfield Elementary have 100% of their students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, highlighting the significant socioeconomic challenges facing the Hatch Valley community. Understanding the factors that contribute to the relative success of Garfield Elementary, such as its lower student-teacher ratio, could provide valuable insights for improving educational outcomes across the region.
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