Payson Unified District

The Payson Unified District in Arizona consists of 4 schools, including 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school. The data analysis reveals a mixed picture of the district's academic performance, with some standout schools but also areas of concern.

Payson High School stands out with a relatively high 4-year graduation rate of 87.7% and slightly above-average proficiency rates in English Language Arts and Science compared to the district and state. However, the school's proficiency rates in Mathematics are lower than the district and state averages. In contrast, Julia Randall Elementary School has relatively high proficiency rates in English Language Arts for 3rd and 4th grades, but lower proficiency rates in Mathematics across all grades compared to the district and state.

The data also reveals some concerning trends, such as the declining performance of Payson High School, which has dropped in its statewide ranking and SchoolDigger star rating. Additionally, Rim Country Middle School has consistently ranked in the bottom half of Arizona middle schools, with significantly lower proficiency rates in both English Language Arts and Mathematics compared to the state averages. The high percentage of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch, ranging from 39.87% to 59.72%, also raises questions about the availability of resources and support systems to ensure equitable educational opportunities for all students in the district.