Summary:
David Douglas School District 40 in Oregon is home to a single high school, David Douglas High School, which serves students in grades 9-12. The school has seen a decline in its statewide ranking over the past three years, dropping from 96th out of 241 Oregon high schools in 2021-2022 to 167th out of 268 in 2023-2024. This decline is reflected in the school's performance on state assessments, with proficiency rates below the state average in both English Language Arts (38.7%) and Mathematics (13.6%).
Despite the David Douglas School District 40 spending $22,385 per student, which is higher than the state average, the student-teacher ratio at David Douglas High School is 18.6, slightly higher than the recommended range. This suggests a potential imbalance in resource allocation that may be contributing to the school's academic challenges. Additionally, the high percentage of students (73.2%) receiving free or reduced-price lunch indicates that the school serves a predominantly low-income population, which can present unique challenges in providing adequate resources and support.
Despite these challenges, the school's performance in Science (31.1% proficient or better) is closer to the state average of 32%, suggesting that there may be opportunities for improvement in other subject areas. By closely examining the root causes of the lower performance in English Language Arts and Mathematics, the school and district can work to enhance the educational experiences and outcomes for their students.
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