Summary:
The city of Santa Clara, California is home to 24 schools that are part of the Santa Clara Unified School District. This diverse district includes 16 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, 5 high schools, and 1 alternative school, serving students from kindergarten through 12th grade.
The data reveals stark contrasts in school performance within the district. Millikin Elementary stands out as a top-performing school, ranking 7th out of 5,848 California elementary schools with over 90% of students proficient in English and Math. Other high-achieving schools include Don Callejon, Mission Early College High, Laurelwood Elementary, and Washington Open Elementary. In contrast, schools like Scott Lane Elementary and New Valley Continuation High struggle with low test scores, high dropout rates, and chronic absenteeism.
The data suggests a correlation between socioeconomic status and academic performance, with schools serving higher percentages of low-income students tending to have lower test scores and graduation rates. Additionally, schools with better student-teacher ratios, such as Bracher Elementary and Montague Elementary, appear to have stronger academic outcomes, highlighting the importance of adequate resources and support for students and teachers. While the data reveals significant disparities, it also suggests that there is potential for improvement, particularly in schools that currently have lower performance.
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