Mount Vernon School District

The Mount Vernon School District in Washington state serves a diverse population of students across 14 schools, including 6 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, 3 high schools, and 3 alternative schools. The data reveals significant disparities in academic performance and student outcomes across the district, with some standout schools like Skagit Academy and Jefferson Elementary outperforming the district and state averages, while other schools struggle with lower proficiency rates, higher dropout rates, and greater economic disadvantage among their student populations.

One of the key insights is the strong performance of Skagit Academy, an alternative school that boasts the highest proficiency rates in English Language Arts and Math across all grades compared to the Mount Vernon School District and state averages. Additionally, Jefferson Elementary and Centennial Elementary stand out for their above-average proficiency rates and relatively low student-teacher ratios.

However, the data also reveals significant challenges facing the district, including wide gaps in academic performance between the highest and lowest-performing schools, a correlation between socioeconomic status and student outcomes, and unique challenges for the alternative schools serving specialized populations. These findings underscore the need for the district to identify and address the root causes of underperformance, whether related to funding, resources, instructional practices, or other factors, in order to ensure equitable opportunities and outcomes for all students in the Mount Vernon School District.