Summary:
The city of Imperial Beach, California is home to 6 schools, including 5 elementary schools and 1 high school. The schools serve a diverse student population, with a majority of Hispanic students and high rates of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch. While the high school, Mar Vista Senior High, stands out with strong academic performance, the elementary schools in the South Bay Union School District generally lag behind state averages, with several ranking in the bottom 25% of California elementary schools.
Among the standout schools, Imperial Beach Charter and Bayside STEAM Academy excel in English Language Arts and Math, respectively, compared to the district and state. However, chronic absenteeism rates are a concern across most schools, ranging from 30% to over 40%, which may be contributing to the lower academic performance observed in the elementary schools.
The data also reveals that the Sweetwater Union High School District's virtual school, SBUSD Virtual Academy, has the lowest test scores among the schools, suggesting that the virtual learning environment may not be as effective as in-person instruction for this particular school. Overall, the analysis highlights the need for targeted interventions and support to address the challenges faced by the schools in Imperial Beach, particularly in the lower-performing elementary schools.
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