Raymond School District

The Raymond School District in Washington state operates two schools - Raymond Junior Senior High School serving grades 7-12 and Raymond Elementary School serving grades K-6. Both schools are performing well below state averages, with the high school in particular struggling with low test scores, high dropout rates, and poor graduation rates.

At the high school, only 12.73% of 10th graders are proficient in math compared to the state average of 33.4%, and the school's 4-year graduation rate of 82.6% is below the state average. The elementary school also lags behind state averages in math and science proficiency, though its English Language Arts scores are closer to the norm. Both schools serve a predominantly low-income student population, with over 70% of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch.

Despite the low performance, the district spends around $19,500 per student, raising questions about the effective allocation of resources to support student achievement. Addressing the underlying issues that are contributing to the poor academic outcomes across both schools will be crucial for improving the district's performance and better serving the needs of its community.