Summary:
The city of La Grande, Oregon is home to 4 schools serving grades K-12, including 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school. The data reveals a mix of high-performing and underperforming schools within the La Grande School District 1, with significant disparities in academic achievement across the schools.
Central Elementary School stands out as the top-performing school, consistently ranking above the district and state averages in English Language Arts and Mathematics proficiency for grades 3-5. In contrast, Greenwood Elementary School lags behind in all subject areas, indicating a need for targeted interventions. At the high school level, La Grande High School has seen a decline in its statewide ranking and star rating over the past three years, raising concerns about the underlying causes.
The data also reveals significant socioeconomic challenges across the district, with all schools having high percentages of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, ranging from 63.96% to 65.62%. This suggests that the district may need to allocate resources more effectively to address the needs of its student population and ensure equitable educational opportunities for all.
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