Summary:
The city of Lowell, Oregon is home to 4 schools, including 2 elementary schools, 1 high school, and 1 alternative school. The data reveals stark differences in academic performance across these schools, with Mountain View Academy, a public charter elementary/middle school, consistently outperforming the other schools in the area.
Mountain View Academy stands out with its high proficiency rates in English Language Arts and Mathematics, particularly in 8th grade where 82.4% of students were proficient in 2023-2024, significantly higher than the Lowell School District 71 and state averages. In contrast, Lowell Junior/Senior High School has struggled academically, with low proficiency rates across multiple grade levels. The alternative public charter school, Bridge Charter Academy, also stands out for its strong 11th grade science performance, with 63.3% of students proficient in 2023-2024.
The data also reveals significant differences in student demographics and resource allocation across the schools. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch ranges from 26.76% at Mountain View Academy to 77.09% at Lundy Elementary School, highlighting the socioeconomic diversity within the district. Additionally, per-student spending varies widely, from $5,378 at Mountain View Academy and Bridge Charter Academy to $19,292 at Lowell Junior/Senior High School.
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