Summary:
The 83226 zip code area is home to two schools - Challis Elementary School and Challis Junior/Senior High School, both part of the Challis Joint District. While the elementary school serves grades PK-6 and the high school serves grades 7-12, the data suggests the community may have a relatively small student population split between the two schools.
Challis Junior/Senior High School stands out with a strong 82.3% 4-year graduation rate and better test scores compared to district and state averages, particularly in English Language Arts where 70% of students scored proficient or better. In contrast, Challis Elementary School has a high 51.2% of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, indicating greater economic challenges for its student population. Both schools, however, face room for improvement in academic achievement, with math test scores below state averages.
Across the two schools, chronic absenteeism is an issue, with both reporting a 15.0% rate. Spending per student also varies, with Challis Junior/Senior High spending $12,958 compared to $10,377 at Challis Elementary. Understanding the factors behind these differences, as well as the underlying causes of the academic performance gaps, could help the district develop targeted strategies to support student success throughout the 83226 zip code area.
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