Summary:
The Phoenix-Talent School District 4 in Oregon serves 7 schools, including 4 elementary schools, 1 middle school, 2 high schools, and 1 public virtual school. The district as a whole is ranked 108 out of 140 school districts in Oregon and is rated 1 out of 5 stars by SchoolDigger.
Within the district, a few schools stand out. Talent Elementary School ranks 307 out of 706 elementary schools in Oregon and is rated 3 out of 5 stars, with relatively strong test scores in English Language Arts and Mathematics. Similarly, Orchard Hill Elementary School ranks 303 out of 706 elementary schools and has impressive test scores in English Language Arts and Science. In contrast, Armadillo Community Charter School has significantly lower test scores compared to the district and state averages, despite having a graduation rate on par with Phoenix High School.
The district as a whole faces several challenges, including high chronic absenteeism rates across all schools, below-average test scores in English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science, and significant disparities in funding, with spending per student ranging from $7,572 at Armadillo Community Charter School to $21,643 at Talent Middle School. These insights suggest the need for a comprehensive review of the district's policies, practices, and resource allocation to address these issues and improve educational outcomes for all students.
Thank you for your feedback!