Summary:
The city of Hollister, California is home to 18 schools spanning 11 elementary, 4 middle, and 3 high schools across several school districts. The data reveals a diverse educational landscape, with standout schools like Hollister Prep, a high-performing public charter school, and Accelerated Achievement Academy, a top-ranked middle school. However, the data also highlights significant achievement gaps, with lower-performing schools like R.O. Hardin Elementary and Maze Middle struggling to meet the needs of their student populations.
Graduation rates vary widely, with Hollister High boasting a 93.7% four-year graduation rate, while San Andreas Continuation High has a 69.6% rate. Chronic absenteeism is also a concern, ranging from 16.1% at Spring Grove Elementary to an alarming 94.5% at San Andreas Continuation High. These disparities suggest the unique challenges faced by continuation and alternative schools in serving at-risk student populations.
The data also reveals significant racial and ethnic diversity across the schools, with many having a majority Hispanic student body. However, some schools like Southside Elementary and Spring Grove Elementary have more diverse student populations. The differences between district-run public schools and the charter Hollister Prep highlight the potential benefits of school choice and alternative educational models in addressing the needs of Hollister's diverse student community.
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