Summary:
The Picacho Elementary District in Arizona has only one school, Picacho School, which serves grades K-8 with a total enrollment of 165 students. The school has a diverse student population, with a high percentage of economically disadvantaged students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch.
Academically, Picacho School is significantly underperforming compared to state averages across multiple subjects and grade levels. For example, only 5% of 5th-grade students were proficient or better in Science, compared to the state average of 34%. The school's performance has declined over time, with its statewide ranking dropping from 934 out of 1,109 elementary schools in 2017-2018 to 1,220 out of 1,245 in 2022-2023.
Despite higher-than-average per-student spending and a slightly higher student-to-teacher ratio, Picacho School continues to struggle, suggesting that simply increasing financial resources may not be enough to address the underlying issues. The school's persistent underperformance and the socioeconomic factors affecting its student population indicate a need for targeted interventions and a comprehensive approach to improve student outcomes.
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