Summary:
The 98541 zip code area is home to 7 schools, including 1 elementary school, 1 middle school, 3 high schools, and 2 alternative schools, all part of the Elma School District, except for Mary M. Knight School, which is part of the Mary M Knight School District. Among these schools, Elma High School stands out with the highest 4-year graduation rate at 95.4% and the lowest dropout rate at 1.8%, while also performing well on standardized tests. In contrast, Mary M. Knight School has the highest per-student spending at $34,377 but lower test scores and a lower 4-year graduation rate of 81.8%, as well as a relatively high dropout rate of 18.1%.
Across the schools, academic performance varies significantly, with English Language Arts proficiency rates ranging from 24.73% to 77.5%, and Math proficiency rates ranging from 15% to 58.76%. The schools also have diverse demographic compositions, with Elma Elementary and Elma High School having a higher percentage of White students (around 67%), while Mary M. Knight School has a higher percentage of White students (81.42%). The data suggests that higher per-student spending does not necessarily translate to better academic outcomes, and that socioeconomic factors may play a role in student performance.
The 98541 zip code area also includes two alternative schools, East Grays Harbor Open Doors and Eagle Virtual Sky Academy, which serve an important role in providing educational opportunities for students who may not thrive in a traditional school setting. Overall, the data provides a comprehensive overview of the diverse educational experiences and outcomes within the local community, highlighting both strengths and areas for improvement across the different schools.
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