Summary:
The city of Caldwell, Idaho is home to 28 schools, including 13 elementary schools, 5 middle schools, 7 high schools, and 3 alternative schools. The schools in this area serve a diverse student population and face a range of academic and socioeconomic challenges.
Several schools in Caldwell stand out as high-performing, including West Canyon Elementary School, which ranks among the top elementary schools in the state, and Vallivue High School, which performs well above the state and district averages in several subject areas. Additionally, Sage Valley Middle School is a strong performer, with test scores that exceed the district and state averages. In contrast, several schools in the Caldwell District stand out as low-performing, including Caldwell Senior High School, Syringa Middle School, and several elementary schools like Van Buren, Washington, and Lincoln.
The data reveals a complex picture of school performance in Caldwell, with pockets of excellence alongside many underperforming schools. The four-year graduation rate for most high schools in the area is on par with the state average at 82.3%, but chronic absenteeism is a concern, with most schools reporting a rate of 15.0%. Additionally, there is a wide range in proficiency rates on the ISAT assessments, with some schools performing well above the state and district averages, while others struggle. The high rates of free/reduced lunch recipients at many of the Caldwell schools also point to significant socioeconomic challenges facing the student population, which likely impact academic performance.
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