Summary:
The Volusia County school district in Florida is home to 16 high schools, serving students from a diverse range of backgrounds and academic abilities. While some schools, like Spruce Creek High School and Seabreeze High School, consistently perform well above the district and state averages, others struggle to meet academic benchmarks.
The data reveals that factors such as socioeconomic status and school size may play a significant role in student outcomes. Schools with higher percentages of economically disadvantaged students, like The Chiles Academy and Richard Milburn Academy, tend to have lower test scores and proficiency rates. Additionally, smaller schools, such as The Chiles Academy and Amikids Volusia, often struggle with high student-teacher ratios and academic performance.
On a positive note, the Volusia district as a whole boasts a 4-year graduation rate of 89.7%, which exceeds the state average. The two magnet schools in the data set, Deland High School and Spruce Creek High School, also demonstrate the potential benefits of specialized programs, as they outperform the district and state on various academic measures.
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