Summary:
The 97236 zip code area in Oregon is home to 7 schools, including 5 elementary schools and 2 middle schools across the Centennial School District 28J and David Douglas School District 40. While the majority of schools in this area perform below state averages, a few standout institutions like Arthur Academy and Alice Ott Middle School demonstrate strong academic achievement.
Arthur Academy, a public charter elementary school, consistently ranks in the top 35% of Oregon elementary schools and boasts significantly higher proficiency rates in English Language Arts and Mathematics compared to district and state averages. In contrast, Powell Butte Elementary and Meadows Elementary in the Centennial district have particularly low proficiency rates. The data also reveals wide variations in spending per student, ranging from $9,770 at Arthur Academy to $22,645 at Alice Ott Middle School, with an average of $17,715 across all schools.
Notably, the schools in this area serve a high proportion of students from low-income families, with free and reduced lunch rates ranging from 49.37% to 76.8% and averaging 68.85%. This demographic profile likely presents unique challenges in terms of student support and resources. Overall, the data suggests that while there are pockets of excellence, there are also significant opportunities for improvement in the educational outcomes for students in the 97236 zip code area.
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