Summary:
The 86426 zip code area is home to 6 schools, including 4 elementary schools, 2 high schools, and no middle schools or alternative schools. These schools serve a total of 1,976 students and are a mix of public and public charter institutions.
Among the standout schools in the area is Young Scholars Academy, a public charter elementary school that has consistently high performance, ranking in the top 35% of Arizona elementary schools over the past 3 years. It has strong test scores, with 72-74% of 7th and 8th graders proficient in English Language Arts, well above the state average, and 65% of 4th graders proficient in math. Another school, Camp Mohave Elementary School, has shown steady improvement, moving from the bottom 50% of Arizona elementary schools to the top 40% over the past 3 years, with above-average test scores in math.
However, the data also reveals significant performance gaps between the schools, with some struggling to meet state averages. Dropout rates across all schools are higher than the state average, and graduation rates at the two high schools, CRUHSD Academy and Academy of Building Industries, are below the state average. Funding disparities, with spending per student ranging from $6,711 to $20,180, may contribute to these performance differences. Overall, the analysis reveals a mix of high-performing and struggling schools in the 86426 zip code area, highlighting the need for more equitable educational opportunities for all students in the region.
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