Summary:
The city of Bruneau, Idaho is home to two schools: Rimrock Junior/Senior High School and Bruneau Elementary School, both part of the Bruneau-Grand View Joint School District. While Rimrock Junior/Senior High School has a relatively larger enrollment of 161 students and a decent 95.7% graduation rate, it struggles with below-average test scores in math and English language arts. In contrast, the smaller Bruneau Elementary School, with only 39 students, has consistently ranked in the bottom 10% of Idaho elementary schools and has a high free/reduced lunch rate of 58.97%, indicating a high-need student population.
The data reveals a stark contrast in the performance and ranking of the two schools. Rimrock Junior/Senior High School, while not excelling, appears to be the stronger of the two, with a decent graduation rate, moderate test scores, and a relatively higher state-wide ranking. Bruneau Elementary School, on the other hand, has consistently ranked in the bottom 10% of Idaho elementary schools, indicating significant room for improvement. Interestingly, Bruneau Elementary School spends nearly double the amount per student ($23,653) compared to Rimrock Junior/Senior High School ($11,846), raising questions about the efficient allocation of resources and the potential impact on student outcomes.
Both schools have relatively high chronic absenteeism rates, with Rimrock Junior/Senior High School at 15% and Bruneau Elementary School at 17.6%. This is an area that warrants further investigation and potential intervention to improve student engagement and attendance. Additionally, the racial demographics of the two schools differ, with Rimrock Junior/Senior High School having a more diverse student population compared to Bruneau Elementary School. This may be an important factor to consider when analyzing the schools' performance and identifying potential areas for targeted support.
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