Summary:
The 85621 zip code area of Nogales, Arizona is home to 9 elementary schools, a mix of public and public charter schools serving grades ranging from pre-K to 8th grade. While the schools face some systemic challenges, a few standout institutions like Mexicayotl Charter School and Little Red Schoolhouse demonstrate that high-quality education is possible in the region.
Mexicayotl Charter School consistently ranks among the top elementary schools in the state, with a 4-5 star rating from SchoolDigger. It has high proficiency rates in English Language Arts and Mathematics, significantly outperforming the Nogales Unified School District and state averages. Little Red Schoolhouse, a public elementary school, also ranks in the top 25% of Arizona elementary schools with strong test scores and a relatively low dropout rate.
However, the data reveals significant performance gaps between the highest and lowest-performing schools in the area, especially in core subjects like English Language Arts and Mathematics. This suggests broader systemic challenges facing the Nogales Unified School District, which is ranked 218 out of 289 districts in Arizona and has an overall 1-star rating from SchoolDigger. Addressing these performance gaps and funding disparities, which range from $6,391 to $14,147 per student, could be key to improving outcomes for all students in the 85621 zip code area.
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