Summary:
The 97523 zip code area is home to 4 schools, including 1 elementary school, 1 middle school, and 2 high schools (1 traditional and 1 charter). While the schools face challenges with high chronic absenteeism and socioeconomic factors, a few standout institutions emerge. Illinois Valley High School ranks 88th out of 268 Oregon high schools and boasts an 81.8% 4-year graduation rate, the highest in the area. In contrast, Kalmiopsis Community Arts High School struggles, with only 16.7% of 11th graders proficient in English Language Arts.
The middle school, Lorna Byrne Middle School, stands out with the highest performance on state assessments, with 57.3% of 7th graders and 53.6% of 8th graders proficient or better in English Language Arts. However, all schools in the area face significant challenges, including high rates of free/reduced lunch recipients, ranging from 75% to 76.87%, and wide disparities in spending per student, from $18,391 to $20,964.
Overall, the schools in the 97523 zip code area present a mixed picture, with both strengths and weaknesses. While Illinois Valley High School and Lorna Byrne Middle School demonstrate promising performance, the consistently high chronic absenteeism rates and socioeconomic challenges faced by the community suggest that there is room for improvement in ensuring equitable access to quality education for all students in this area, which is served by the Three Rivers/Josephine County School District.
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