Summary:
The 79039 zip code area is home to two schools - Groom School, an alternative public school serving grades PK-12, and Grandview-Hopkins Elementary, a public elementary school serving grades PK-6. While the schools have some differences in their student demographics and academic performance, both demonstrate strong student-teacher ratios that may contribute to their success.
Groom School stands out with its high 4-year graduation rate of 92.9% and low dropout rate of 1.2%. The school's test scores also show strong performance, with several grade levels and subject areas exceeding the state average, particularly in reading and science. In contrast, Grandview-Hopkins Elementary has more mixed academic results, with some grade levels and subjects performing above the state average, while others are below.
Both schools have relatively low student-teacher ratios, with Groom School at 7.7 and Grandview-Hopkins Elementary at 7.5. However, the spending per student varies significantly, with Grandview-Hopkins Elementary spending nearly $12,000 more per student than Groom School. This highlights the importance of considering the unique characteristics and context of each school when evaluating their performance and metrics.
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