Summary:
The city of White Swan, Washington is home to two schools: White Swan High School and Mount Adams Middle School, both part of the Mount Adams School District. Unfortunately, these schools are struggling academically, with consistently low performance across key metrics compared to state averages.
Both White Swan High School and Mount Adams Middle School have significantly lower proficiency rates in English Language Arts, Math, and Science than the state average. For example, in 2023-2024, only 35.29% of 10th graders at White Swan High School were proficient in ELA, compared to the state average of 66.2%. The schools' performance has been consistently low over the past few years, with little to no improvement. Additionally, White Swan High School has a concerning 54.7% four-year graduation rate and a high dropout rate of 32.0%.
The schools serve a population with significant socioeconomic challenges, with over 99% of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch. Despite the high per-student spending, the schools appear to be struggling to translate those resources into improved academic outcomes. Addressing the underlying challenges, such as socioeconomic factors and resource allocation, will be crucial for improving the educational outcomes for students in this community.
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