Summary:
This analysis covers two public middle schools (grades 6-8) in the 99205 zip code of Spokane, Washington, both part of the Spokane School District.
Among these schools, Pauline Flett Middle School stands out as the higher performer, with significantly better state test scores in English, math, and science compared to Glover Middle School. Pauline Flett has also shown remarkable improvement in its statewide ranking over the past year. Interestingly, Glover Middle School operates with more funding per student and a slightly lower student-to-teacher ratio, yet its academic results are lower across all subjects.
Both schools serve a high percentage of students from economically disadvantaged backgrounds, and their average test scores are below both the district and state averages. A common pattern at both is a dip in student performance, particularly in math, during the 7th grade. For parents, the data suggests that while both schools face similar challenges, Pauline Flett is currently on a stronger upward trajectory in terms of academic achievement.
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