Summary:
The 83301 zip code area of Twin Falls, Idaho is home to 21 schools, including 12 elementary schools, 4 middle schools, 3 high schools, and 2 alternative schools. The schools in this area display a wide range of academic performance, with standout schools like Twin Falls High School and Pillar Falls Elementary ranking among the top in the state, while others struggle with low test scores and high chronic absenteeism rates.
The data reveals significant disparities in academic achievement, with the percentage of students proficient or better in Math ranging from 19.8% at Lincoln Elementary to 61.5% at Pillar Falls Elementary. Socioeconomic factors, as measured by free and reduced lunch rates, appear to play a role, with higher-poverty schools generally performing worse than their more affluent counterparts. The two public charter schools in the area, Xavier Charter School and Pinecrest Academy of Idaho, stand out as high-performing options within the local education landscape.
Overall, the schools in the 83301 zip code area present a mixed picture, with pockets of excellence alongside significant challenges. Addressing the performance disparities and improving educational outcomes for all students will require targeted interventions and support, particularly in the lower-performing and high-poverty schools. The data suggests opportunities for the Twin Falls District, Xavier Charter School Inc., Pinecrest Academy Of Idaho Inc., and Filer District to collaborate and implement evidence-based strategies to support student success across the region.
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