Summary:
The city of Burley, Idaho is home to 8 schools serving students from elementary through high school, including 4 elementary schools, 1 middle school, 2 high schools, and 1 alternative school. The schools in Burley display a wide range of academic performance, with Dworshak Elementary School and John V. Evans Elementary standing out as the top-performing schools, significantly outpacing the district and state averages on state assessments. In contrast, Mountain View Elementary struggles, with only 12.8% of 3rd graders proficient or better in English Language Arts.
Attendance also plays a key role, as the top-performing schools have the lowest chronic absenteeism rates. Meanwhile, the alternative school, Mini-Cassia Online Learning Academy, has the lowest graduation rate at 35.3%, highlighting the challenges faced by students in alternative settings. Notably, Burley Senior High School stands out for its high graduation rate of 91.6%, despite having a lower overall academic performance compared to the top elementary schools.
The schools in Burley serve a diverse student population, with Hispanic students making up a significant portion of the student body. Additionally, the schools have a relatively high percentage of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch, ranging from 39.05% to 60%, suggesting the need to address socioeconomic factors that may be impacting student outcomes. Overall, the data highlights both the strengths and challenges faced by the Cassia County Joint District, providing opportunities for targeted interventions and support to improve student success across all schools.
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