Summary:
The 85009 zip code area of Phoenix, Arizona is home to 16 schools, including 12 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 2 high schools. This diverse educational landscape serves a wide range of students, with some schools standing out for their exceptional performance and others facing challenges in meeting the needs of their high-needs populations.
At the top of the pack is Magnet Traditional School, an elementary/middle school (grades PK-8) that boasts the highest statewide ranking in the data set, as well as the highest SchoolDigger rating of 4 out of 5 stars. This school's students demonstrate exceptional proficiency in English Language Arts and Mathematics, far exceeding the district and state averages. In contrast, Carl Hayden High School, the largest school in the area with 2,066 students, has a relatively low 4-year graduation rate of 78.4% and a dropout rate of 5.2%, despite its test scores being higher than the district and state averages.
The data also reveals the presence of virtual school options, such as Phoenix Digital Academy and Isaac Online Prep Academy, which provide alternative educational opportunities for students in the area. However, these virtual schools tend to have lower performance compared to their brick-and-mortar counterparts, suggesting the need for continued improvement in the quality of virtual education. Overall, the schools in the 85009 zip code face a range of challenges, from low graduation rates to disparities in student achievement, highlighting the importance of targeted interventions and collaborative efforts to raise the overall quality of education in this community.
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