Summary:
The Snohomish School District in Washington state is home to two middle schools: Centennial Middle School and Valley View Middle School. While both schools serve students in grades 6-8, Valley View Middle School stands out as the top performer in the district, consistently ranking higher in statewide rankings and outpacing Centennial Middle School in academic achievement.
Valley View Middle School boasts impressive test scores, with 67.22% of students proficient or better in English Language Arts and 62.33% proficient or better in Math, compared to 44.79% and 41.67% respectively at Centennial Middle School. Additionally, Valley View has a more diverse student population, with higher percentages of Asian and Hispanic students, and a lower proportion of economically disadvantaged students receiving free or reduced-price lunch. These factors likely contribute to Valley View's higher statewide ranking of 75th out of 535 Washington middle schools, while Centennial Middle School ranks 276th.
Despite the differences in performance, both Snohomish School District middle schools are well-funded, spending between $16,059 and $16,731 per student, and maintain relatively stable rankings and test scores over the past three school years. The district as a whole appears to be performing well, with both middle schools ranking in the top half of Washington middle schools and the district's overall test scores exceeding the state averages. However, the higher percentage of economically disadvantaged students at Centennial Middle School may suggest the need for additional support and resources to ensure equitable educational opportunities for all students in the district.
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