Summary:
The Penasco Independent Schools district in New Mexico consists of three schools: Penasco Elementary, Penasco High, and Penasco Middle. The district serves a highly economically disadvantaged and racially diverse student population, with all three schools having a 100% free and reduced lunch rate.
Penasco High stands out as a top performer, ranking 44th out of 170 New Mexico high schools and earning a 4-star rating from SchoolDigger. This is a significant improvement from the previous year's ranking of 131st and a 1-star rating, suggesting the school has implemented effective strategies to improve student outcomes. In contrast, Penasco Middle has seen a decline in its performance, dropping from a 4-star, 58th place ranking in 2018-2019 to a 3-star, 93rd place ranking in 2022-2023.
The racial makeup of the schools in the Penasco Independent Schools district is diverse, with a majority Hispanic student population and a notable Native American representation at Penasco High and Penasco Middle. Understanding and addressing the unique needs of these diverse student groups could be an important focus for the district as it works to improve overall student success.
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