Summary:
The Payson Unified District in Arizona is home to two elementary schools: Julia Randall Elementary School and Payson Elementary School. Both schools serve students from kindergarten through 5th grade and are situated within the Payson community.
While neither school stands out as an exceptional performer, there are some notable differences between the two. Payson Elementary School has a higher statewide ranking and a 3-star rating, compared to Julia Randall Elementary School's 2-star rating, despite both schools performing below the state average on most academic assessments. Additionally, Payson Elementary School spends significantly more per student ($8,928) than Julia Randall Elementary School ($6,722), and has a lower student-teacher ratio of 13.2 compared to 16.1 at Julia Randall Elementary School.
Both schools serve a predominantly White student population, with significant Hispanic and Native American representation, reflecting the demographic makeup of the Payson Unified District. Additionally, both schools have relatively high free/reduced lunch rates, indicating a significant population of economically disadvantaged students. Overall, the data suggests that the elementary schools in the Payson Unified District face challenges in terms of academic performance, and further investigation into the factors contributing to these challenges could provide valuable insights for the district to support student success.
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