Summary:
The Orting School District in Washington state is home to two elementary schools: Ptarmigan Ridge Elementary School and Orting Elementary School. Both schools serve elementary grades, with Ptarmigan Ridge covering K-5 and Orting Elementary covering PK-4. While the schools have similar student demographics, with a predominantly White student population, they show no clear standout performance based on the available data.
Academically, the two schools have comparable test scores, with both performing below the state averages in English Language Arts and Math proficiency. Ptarmigan Ridge Elementary had slightly higher proficiency rates in the 2023-2024 school year, but Orting Elementary had higher rates the previous year. The per-student spending at Ptarmigan Ridge is also notably higher, at $17,196 compared to $15,135 at Orting Elementary, though it's unclear how this funding difference impacts student outcomes. Both schools have similar student-teacher ratios of around 17 students per teacher.
Overall, the Orting School District may need to focus on improving academic performance across its elementary schools, as the current test scores suggest room for improvement compared to state averages. Additionally, the district could explore strategies to address the lack of diversity within the student populations and ensure equitable access to resources and opportunities for all students in the area.
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