Summary:
The 89835 zip code area is home to 4 schools, including 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school. The data reveals that Wells Elementary School stands out as the top performer, consistently ranking among the top 25-30% of elementary schools in Nevada and outperforming the district and state averages in both math and reading proficiency. In contrast, Wells Junior High School performs slightly below the district and state averages in math proficiency, though it outperforms in reading.
The data also highlights the diverse student population at Wells Elementary School, with 32.75% Hispanic and 9.36% two or more races, which may contribute to its strong academic performance. Meanwhile, Wells High School stands out for its relatively low student-teacher ratio of 6.5, suggesting more individualized attention, and its performance in 11th grade ACT English proficiency, which exceeds the district average.
The data also reveals differences in spending per student, with Wells Elementary School and Wells High School spending significantly more per student than Ruby Valley Elementary School. This raises questions about the relationship between school size, funding, and academic performance, which could be further explored.
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