Summary:
The city of Oroville, California is home to 27 schools serving students from elementary through high school, including 14 elementary schools, 3 middle schools, 5 high schools, and 5 alternative schools. The schools in this area display a wide range of performance, with some standout schools like STREAM Charter and Poplar Avenue Elementary consistently outperforming the district and state averages, while others like Wyandotte Academy and Oakdale Heights Elementary struggle with low test scores and high chronic absenteeism.
The data reveals stark disparities in student outcomes across the Oroville schools, with graduation rates ranging from 0% at Oroville High Community Day to 89.6% at Oroville High. The alternative and continuation high schools, such as Prospect High (Continuation) and Come Back Butte Charter, face particularly acute challenges, with very low test scores, high dropout rates, and chronic absenteeism issues.
The data suggests a correlation between socioeconomic status and academic performance, with the highest-performing schools generally having lower percentages of students from low-income families receiving free or reduced-price lunch. Addressing the systemic challenges and inequities in the Oroville school district will require a multifaceted approach focused on improving school climate, increasing student engagement, and providing targeted resources and support to the most vulnerable schools and student populations.
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