Summary:
The city of The Dalles, Oregon is home to 6 schools serving students from elementary through high school, including 3 elementary schools, 1 middle school, 1 high school, and 1 alternative school. The schools in this North Wasco County School District 21 serve a population with significant socioeconomic challenges, as evidenced by the high rates of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, ranging from 76.66% to 86.63%.
Among the standout schools in the district, Dry Hollow Elementary School emerges as the highest performer, ranking 329 out of 710 elementary schools in the state and receiving 3 out of 5 stars from SchoolDigger. Its test scores, particularly in English Language Arts, are significantly higher than the district and state averages. Similarly, The Dalles High School performs better than the district average, ranking 149 out of 268 high schools and receiving 2 out of 5 stars, with its English Language Arts test scores exceeding the district average.
In contrast, Innovations Academy, the district's alternative school, stands out for its unique student population and lower performance compared to the other schools. With 86.63% of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, Innovations Academy has the highest rate of economically disadvantaged students in the district, and its test scores are significantly lower than the district and state averages, particularly in Mathematics and Science.
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