Summary:
The Valley School District in Washington state consists of 3 schools: 2 elementary schools and 1 high school. The data reveals a stark contrast in academic performance, with Columbia Virtual Academy, a virtual elementary school, consistently outperforming the district and state averages in both English Language Arts and Math. In contrast, Valley School and Paideia High School struggle to meet these benchmarks, suggesting the need for targeted interventions and equitable resource allocation within the Valley School District.
Columbia Virtual Academy stands out with its diverse student population, high test scores, and relatively high student-teacher ratio of 30:1. Paideia High School, on the other hand, has a low student-teacher ratio of 5.5:1, indicating a focus on personalized attention, which may contribute to its high 4-year graduation rate of 84.6% and 0% dropout rate. However, the school's test scores in English Language Arts are lower than the state average, suggesting room for improvement in academic performance.
The data also reveals that the Valley School District serves a predominantly low-income population, with all three schools having significant free/reduced lunch rates. This socioeconomic factor may contribute to the academic challenges faced by some of the schools. The significant difference in spending per student between Valley School ($30,962) and Columbia Virtual Academy ($7,801) raises questions about the allocation of resources within the district and how it may impact student outcomes. Overall, the data provides valuable insights into the performance and characteristics of the schools within the Valley School District, highlighting the need for a deeper understanding of the factors that contribute to academic success.
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