Summary:
The 97220 zip code area in Portland, Oregon is home to 10 schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school grades, spread across two school districts - Portland School District 1J and Parkrose School District 3. The data reveals stark differences in academic performance between the schools in these two districts, with Leodis V. McDaniel High School in the higher-performing Portland district standing out for its improved statewide ranking and above-average test scores, particularly in English Language Arts.
On the other hand, schools in the Parkrose district, such as Prescott Elementary School, which has the highest percentage of free/reduced lunch recipients at 83.08%, tend to have lower test scores compared to the state and district averages. The data suggests that factors beyond just funding, such as district-level policies and resources, may be contributing to these performance disparities. Additionally, the higher per-student spending at schools like Lee Elementary School may be a factor in their relatively stronger academic outcomes.
The data also highlights the unique challenges faced by high-poverty schools, as well as the specialized nature of alternative and specialized schools, such as Helensview High School and the Functional Living Skills Program, which serve distinct student populations and have different metrics and goals compared to traditional public schools.
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