Best Public Schools in Zip Code 97535

The 97535 zip code area is home to 4 schools, including 2 elementary schools, 2 high schools (one of which is a public charter school), and 1 virtual elementary/middle school. The data reveals a mix of academic performance, with Phoenix High School standing out as the largest and highest-performing school in the area, while the other schools struggle with low graduation rates, poor test scores, and high chronic absenteeism.

Phoenix High School has the strongest academic performance, with test scores generally higher than the district and state averages, particularly in English Language Arts. However, the school has a relatively low 4-year graduation rate of 81.8% and high chronic absenteeism at 34.3%. In contrast, the Armadillo Community Charter School has a similar graduation rate but significantly lower test scores and spending per student compared to the other schools.

The data suggests systemic challenges across the Phoenix-Talent School District 4, with all schools in the 97535 zip code area ranked in the bottom half of Oregon schools by SchoolDigger. Addressing the high chronic absenteeism rates, which range from 34.3% to 34.3%, should be a top priority for the district, as it likely contributes to the relatively low graduation rates and test scores. Understanding the factors that contribute to Phoenix High School's stronger academic outcomes could provide valuable insights for improving the performance of the other schools in the area.