Summary:
Fowler, California is served by one middle school, John Sutter Middle, which educates approximately 579 students in grades 6-8 within the Fowler Unified school district.
This school shows a notable strength in maintaining student attendance, with a chronic absenteeism rate of 12.2%, which is better than both the district and state averages. However, academic performance is an area of concern, as proficiency rates in English, math, and science are below state averages. The school's statewide ranking has also declined recently, moving from the 60th to the 45th percentile. A bright spot is 7th grade English, where students perform close to the state average, but 8th grade science scores are particularly low, indicating a significant subject-specific challenge.
With over 80% of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch, the school serves a community with significant economic needs. Despite this context, the lower absenteeism suggests effective support systems are in place for getting students to school. Parents should note that the school's academic results are very similar to the Fowler Unified district averages, meaning performance trends are likely influenced by broader district-wide factors rather than issues unique to John Sutter Middle alone.
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