Summary:
The city of Tekoa, Washington is home to two schools: Tekoa Elementary School and Tekoa High School, both part of the Tekoa School District. While Tekoa Elementary School has a relatively high percentage of White students, its academic performance has been declining, with below-average proficiency rates in English Language Arts and Math compared to the state. In contrast, Tekoa High School has consistently low performance, with its statewide ranking ranging from the bottom half to the bottom quarter of Washington high schools, and similarly low proficiency rates.
The data suggests potential racial disparities, with Tekoa Elementary School having a much higher percentage of White students compared to Tekoa High School, which has a higher percentage of Hispanic and Native American students. Both schools also have relatively high rates of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, indicating a significant population of economically disadvantaged students. Interestingly, the per-student spending at Tekoa High School is significantly higher than at Tekoa Elementary School, which may be due to the different educational needs and resources required for high school students.
Overall, the data highlights some concerning trends in the academic performance and demographics of the schools in Tekoa, Washington. The declining performance at Tekoa Elementary School and the persistent low performance at Tekoa High School, coupled with potential racial and socioeconomic disparities, suggest that the Tekoa School District may need to implement targeted interventions and support to improve educational outcomes for all students in the area.
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