Summary:
The city of Deland, Florida is home to 10 schools, including 7 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 1 high school. The schools in this area serve a diverse student population with varying socioeconomic backgrounds, as evidenced by the wide range of free/reduced lunch rates across the schools.
Deland High School stands out with an impressive 95.0% four-year graduation rate, significantly higher than the state average. The school also performs well on End-of-Course (EOC) exams, particularly in Algebra 1, Biology 1, and US History, though it lags in 9th and 10th grade English Language Arts. In contrast, Southwestern Middle School demonstrates exceptional performance on EOC exams, with high proficiency rates in Algebra 1, Geometry, Civics, and 8th grade Science. Several elementary schools, such as Citrus Grove Elementary and Freedom Elementary, also stand out with strong performance in 3rd-5th grade English Language Arts and Math.
However, the data also reveals significant disparities in performance across the schools, particularly in test scores and chronic absenteeism rates, which range from 21.0% at Citrus Grove Elementary to 41.1% at Blue Lake Elementary. The high free/reduced lunch rates at some schools, such as Edith I. Starke Elementary, may be correlated with lower academic performance, suggesting the need for targeted interventions and additional resources to support economically disadvantaged students. Overall, the schools in the Volusia district demonstrate a mix of strengths and challenges, highlighting the importance of addressing disparities and replicating best practices to drive district-wide academic success.
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