Summary:
The Sonora Independent School District (Isd) in Texas operates two schools: Sonora Elementary serving grades PK-6 and Sonora Secondary School serving grades 7-12. The district has a majority Hispanic student population, with both schools reporting around 77% Hispanic enrollment.
Sonora Elementary has seen a concerning decline in its statewide ranking over the past three years, dropping from 1308 in 2021-2022 to 3253 in 2023-2024. The school also struggles with below-average test scores, particularly in mathematics and science. In contrast, Sonora Secondary School maintains a strong 100% four-year graduation rate and a very low 0.3% dropout rate, indicating success in supporting students through high school.
The data also reveals a significant disparity in spending per student, with Sonora Secondary School spending $16,440 per student compared to $12,272 per student at Sonora Elementary. Both schools have a high percentage of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch, around 54%, suggesting the need for targeted support and resources to address the challenges faced by economically disadvantaged students.
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