Summary:
The 81067 zip code area is home to 3 schools - 2 elementary schools (Jefferson Intermediate School and Washington Primary School) and 1 junior/senior high school (Rocky Ford Junior/Senior High School) - all part of the Rocky Ford School District No. R2. While the high school has shown some improvement in its statewide ranking, the overall academic performance of schools in this area remains a concern, with proficiency rates in core subjects consistently below state averages.
Rocky Ford Junior/Senior High School stands out as the strongest performer, with a relatively high 4-year graduation rate of 84.2% and a gradual improvement in its statewide ranking. However, the school also faces challenges, including a concerning chronic absenteeism rate of 27.7%. In contrast, Jefferson Intermediate School has maintained a consistent statewide ranking, with relatively strong performance in English Language Arts but struggles with math proficiency.
Across all three schools, the data reveals consistently low proficiency rates in CMAS/Science, CMAS/English Language Arts, and CMAS/Math, as well as significantly below-average SAT and PSAT performance. Additionally, the schools have high percentages of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch, ranging from 80% to 88.82%, indicating a high level of economic disadvantage in the community. These factors likely contribute to the academic challenges faced by the schools and their students, underscoring the need for targeted interventions and support to address the unique needs of this area.
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