Summary:
The city of Toledo, Washington is home to 4 schools serving students from elementary through high school, including 1 elementary school, 1 middle school, and 2 high schools (one of which is an alternative school). The data reveals a mix of standout and underperforming schools in the district, with Toledo High School emerging as the strongest performer with a 3-star rating, strong graduation rates, and high English Language Arts proficiency. In contrast, the Cowlitz Prairie Academy alternative high school struggles with the lowest test scores, graduation rates, and highest dropout rates in the district.
Across the schools, there are significant socioeconomic challenges, with high rates of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, ranging from 44.93% at Toledo High School to 56% at Cowlitz Prairie Academy. The racial makeup of the schools is predominantly white, raising questions about equity and access to educational opportunities for students of color in the Toledo School District. Additionally, the varying student-teacher ratios and spending per student across the schools suggest potential differences in staffing and resource allocation that could be contributing to the performance disparities observed.
Overall, the data provides a nuanced view of the schools in Toledo, Washington, highlighting both strengths and areas for improvement. While Toledo High School stands out as a strong performer, the district as a whole faces challenges in addressing socioeconomic factors and ensuring equitable access to quality education for all students. Further investigation and targeted strategies will be crucial in addressing these issues and improving outcomes across the Toledo School District.
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