Summary:
The Alliance Susan and Eric Smidt Technology High District consists of a single high school, Alliance Susan and Eric Smidt Technology High, serving grades 9-12 with 239 students in a specialized, standalone district structure.
This school stands out for its exceptional performance in English Language Arts, where over 73% of students are proficient, significantly outpacing the state average of 48.8%. It also boasts a strong 91.4% graduation rate, which is higher than the state average, and has shown remarkable improvement, climbing from the 50th to the 78th percentile in state rankings over just two years. These achievements are particularly notable given that over 95% of students qualify for free or reduced-price lunch.
Key areas for attention include mathematics proficiency, which at 30.2% is below the state average, and a chronic absenteeism rate of 28.4% that exceeds the state average. The school's substantial per-student spending and focused district model appear to support its success in core areas, making it a high-performing option for families in the community, especially for students interested in a technology-focused education.
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