Summary:
Zip code 99320 is home to one public high school, Kiona-Benton City High School, serving grades 9-12 for the local community within the Kiona-Benton City School District.
This school shows a notable strength in science, where its student proficiency is significantly higher than the district average and closer to the state average compared to other core subjects. However, academic performance is a serious concern, particularly in mathematics, where less than 10% of students are proficient—far below the state average. While the school's per-student spending is relatively high, these resources have not yet translated to strong overall academic outcomes, though a recent slight improvement in its statewide ranking is a positive sign.
For parents, it's important to note that the graduation rate is below the state average, while the dropout rate is typical. The school serves a student population with a lower rate of economic disadvantage than many schools, and it generally performs better than other schools in its district in English and science. Families should investigate the specific support and intervention programs available, especially for mathematics, and consider the school's recent upward trajectory in its state ranking when making decisions.
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