Summary:
The city of West Richland, Washington is home to 7 schools that serve students from elementary through alternative education, all part of the Richland School District. The district is ranked 67 out of 247 in the state and rated 4 out of 5 stars by SchoolDigger.
Two schools stand out in the district - Leona Libby Middle School and Desert Sky Elementary. Leona Libby consistently performs in the top 15% of Washington middle schools, with high proficiency rates in English and Math that exceed district and state averages. Desert Sky is also a top-performing elementary school, ranking in the top 15% statewide and excelling in science. In contrast, Tapteal Elementary and Pacific Crest Online Academy struggle, with proficiency rates well below district and state levels.
The data reveals a potential correlation between socioeconomic status and academic performance, with schools serving higher percentages of students on free/reduced lunch tending to have lower proficiency rates. The alternative schools in the district, such as Pacific Crest Online Academy and Special Programs, also face unique challenges, with lower spending per student and higher dropout rates. Overall, the data highlights the need for the Richland School District to address performance gaps and ensure more consistent educational outcomes across all its schools.
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