Summary:
The city of Spanish Fork, Utah is home to 15 schools, including 9 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, 2 high schools, and 2 alternative schools. The schools in this area show significant variation in academic performance, with a few standout institutions like Sierra Bonita Elementary and American Leadership Academy consistently ranking among the top schools in the state. However, the Nebo School District, which encompasses all the schools in Spanish Fork, is ranked 55th out of 98 districts in Utah and has an overall 2-star rating.
The data reveals large disparities in academic achievement between the highest and lowest performing schools in Spanish Fork. For example, 10th grade math proficiency rates range from 19.3% at American Leadership Academy to 38.3% at Maple Mountain High. Schools with higher percentages of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, such as Park School and Landmark High, tend to have lower test scores, suggesting a relationship between socioeconomic status and academic performance.
Despite the overall challenges facing the district, a few schools in Spanish Fork stand out as high-performers. Sierra Bonita Elementary consistently ranks among the top elementary schools in the state, with strong proficiency rates in core subjects. Similarly, American Leadership Academy, a public charter school, has a diverse student population and performs well on state assessments, particularly in English Language Arts. These alternative school models may be effective in addressing the equity and quality gaps across the Nebo School District.
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