Summary:
The 85122 zip code area of Casa Grande, Arizona is home to four middle schools: Villago Middle School, Cactus Middle School, Casa Grande Middle School, and Path to Potential. Based on the available data, these middle schools appear to be struggling academically, with proficiency rates well below state and district averages across multiple subject areas and grade levels.
Dropout rates at the three traditional middle schools (Villago, Cactus, and Casa Grande) are higher than the state average at 5.2%. Test scores on state assessments like AzSCI and AASA also lag significantly behind statewide performance. For example, 8th grade science proficiency at Villago Middle School was just 21% compared to 30% statewide, and 7th grade math proficiency at Casa Grande Middle School was only 6% versus 27% statewide. Spending per student at these schools is also below the state average, ranging from $6,488 at Cactus Middle School to $7,456 at Casa Grande Middle School.
Within this specific zip code area, there does not appear to be a clear high-performing middle school option for families. The data suggests systemic challenges that need to be addressed across the board to improve academic outcomes for students in the Casa Grande Elementary District and the The Grande Innovation Academy. Ensuring adequate resources, staffing, and targeted interventions could be key areas for improvement to provide students with a high-quality educational experience.
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