Summary:
The city of Spanish Fork, Utah is home to 15 schools, including 9 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, 2 high schools, and 2 alternative schools, all serving the Nebo District and American Leadership Academy. The data reveals a diverse range of academic performance, with some standout schools like Sierra Bonita Elementary and East Meadows School consistently exceeding district and state averages on RISE test scores, while others, such as Brockbank School and Park School, struggle to meet these benchmarks.
Graduation rates at the two high schools, Maple Mountain High and Spanish Fork High, hover around 88.8%, slightly below the state average, while dropout rates are higher than the state average at around 9.4%. Chronic absenteeism is a significant concern, with all schools in the district reporting a rate of 23.8%, well above the state average.
The data also reveals wide disparities in student demographics and resource allocation, with the percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch ranging from 10.72% at Maple Mountain High to 59.77% at Park School. Per-student spending varies greatly, from $6,494 at Spanish Oaks School to $18,694 at Landmark High, the alternative school. These findings suggest opportunities for the district to address equity and ensure more consistent educational outcomes across all schools in the Spanish Fork community.
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