Summary:
The Duchesne District in Utah operates 15 schools, including 8 elementary schools, 1 middle school, 4 high schools, and 2 alternative schools, serving students from diverse socioeconomic backgrounds.
Among the standout schools in the district, Altamont School and Duchesne School consistently perform above the district and state averages on standardized tests, with high proficiency rates in core subjects. In contrast, schools like Union High and Roosevelt Junior High lag behind in academic performance. The district also has a small high school, Tabiona High, which has a history of strong performance but has seen a recent decline in its ranking.
Across the district, graduation rates and dropout rates are similar among the high schools, ranging from 88.8% to 88.8% and 9.4% to 9.4%, respectively. However, chronic absenteeism is a significant concern, with all schools in the district reporting high rates, ranging from 23.8% to 23.8%. The district also serves communities with varying levels of economic resources, as indicated by the wide range in free/reduced lunch rates, from 20.91% at Altamont High to 67.31% at Myton School. Additionally, the district's alternative school, Con Amore School, has significantly higher per-student spending, highlighting the specialized resources required to support students with unique needs.
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