Summary:
The 97720 zip code area in Oregon is home to 3 schools, including 1 elementary school, 2 high schools, and no middle schools or alternative schools. The data reveals a mix of standout and struggling schools in the region, with some schools showing signs of improvement while others face persistent challenges.
Henry L Slater Elementary School has shown consistent improvement in its statewide ranking, moving from the bottom 20% of Oregon elementary schools to the top 40% in recent years. The school's 3rd and 5th grade English Language Arts (ELA) proficiency rates are above the state average, indicating strong academic performance in this subject area. However, the school struggles with high chronic absenteeism rates, with 34.3% of students chronically absent in 2023-2024. Burns High School has a relatively high 4-year graduation rate of 81.8% in 2023-2024, which is above the state average, and its 11th grade ELA proficiency rate is also above the state average. However, the school's 11th grade math proficiency rate is significantly lower than the state average, indicating a potential area for improvement.
The smaller Monroe School has a 4-year graduation rate of 81.8% in 2023-2024, on par with the larger Burns High School, and a lower student-teacher ratio of 9.7, potentially providing more individualized attention for students. However, the school's historical statewide ranking has been in the bottom 10% of Oregon high schools, suggesting overall academic performance may be a concern. Across the region, chronic absenteeism and math proficiency appear to be significant challenges, with both Harney County School District 3 and ODE YCEP District schools struggling in these areas.
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