Summary:
The city of Kuna, Idaho is home to 11 schools, including 6 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, 2 high schools, and 1 alternative school. The schools in this area display a wide range of performance, with some standout institutions like Falcon Ridge Public Charter and Crimson Point Elementary consistently ranking among the top schools in the state. However, other schools in the Kuna Joint District struggle with lower test scores, higher chronic absenteeism, and lower graduation rates.
Falcon Ridge Public Charter is a standout, with a 5-star rating from SchoolDigger and the lowest chronic absenteeism rate (4.7%) and second-lowest percentage of free/reduced lunch recipients (12.82%) among the Kuna schools. Crimson Point Elementary also excels, with the highest proficiency rates in math and English Language Arts among the Kuna Joint District schools. Meanwhile, Kuna High School has a respectable 82.2% four-year graduation rate, while Initial Point High School struggles with a lower 68.5% rate.
The data reveals significant variation in school performance and metrics across the Kuna area, raising questions about equity and the need to address the challenges faced by economically disadvantaged students. By identifying the top-performing schools and understanding the factors contributing to their success, the Kuna Joint District and the Falcon Ridge Public Charter School Inc. can potentially implement strategies to improve the performance of the lower-performing schools and provide a high-quality education for all students in the city.
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