Summary:
The city of Parachute, Colorado is home to 4 schools serving grades K-12, including 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school, all part of the Grand Valley School District No. 16. Unfortunately, the schools in Parachute generally perform below state averages on key metrics like test scores and graduation rates, with no clear standout schools in the district.
The highest performing school appears to be Grand Valley High School, which is ranked 226 out of 349 Colorado high schools and has a 2-star rating from SchoolDigger. However, its test scores and other metrics still lag behind state averages, with only 56% proficient in SAT Reading/Writing and 14% proficient in SAT Math. The elementary and middle schools in Parachute have very low proficiency rates on the CMAS exams, with most grades scoring under 20% proficient in English Language Arts and Math.
Across the district, the schools face significant challenges, including high chronic absenteeism rates ranging from 27.7% to 27.7%, well above the state average. Additionally, the schools have very high percentages of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch, indicating high levels of economic disadvantage in the community. These systemic issues suggest a need for targeted interventions and support to address the underlying factors impacting educational outcomes in Parachute.
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