Summary:
Auberry, California, is a small, unincorporated community served by a single public school, Pine Ridge Elementary, which educates approximately 67 students from kindergarten through 8th grade within the Pine Ridge Elementary district.
As the only school in the area, Pine Ridge Elementary offers a unique K-8 configuration in a very small, close-knit setting with a low student-teacher ratio of 11-to-1. Academically, the school presents a mixed picture: its English Language Arts proficiency (53%) is above the state average, while Math proficiency (36%) is slightly below. Performance can vary significantly between grade levels, which is common in very small schools where a few students greatly impact the percentages. The school has consistently earned a 3-star rating, placing it in the 61st percentile statewide for the 2024-2025 year.
The most critical challenge facing the school is a chronic absenteeism rate of 35.6%, which is nearly double the state average and likely hinders overall student progress. This occurs despite the district reporting exceptionally high per-student spending, highlighting that factors beyond funding, such as consistent attendance, are vital for student success. For families, this school represents a small, rural educational environment with the potential for individualized attention but where improving daily attendance is a key focus area.
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