Summary:
The Aspire Vanguard College Preparatory Academy District consists of a single charter school, Aspire Vanguard College Preparatory Academy, serving grades 6-12 in Modesto, California.
This school shows a remarkable pattern of strengths, particularly for its older students. Its graduation rate is exceptionally high at 95.5%, and it reported no dropouts, significantly outperforming state averages. In specific subjects, 11th graders excel in English and 12th graders perform very well in science compared to students across California. However, the school's overall test scores are below state averages, largely because students in the middle school grades (6th through 8th) perform significantly lower in all core subjects. This indicates the academic program is very effective in preparing students for graduation in the high school years, but there are clear challenges in the middle school program that need attention.
Other important factors for parents to consider include a chronic absenteeism rate that is higher than the state average, which likely impacts learning, and a student population where a high percentage qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. The school spends more per student than many California public schools, which suggests resources are available to address these challenges. For families, this school represents a strong option for college preparatory focus in the upper grades with a proven track record of getting students to graduation, though the middle school academic performance is an area to watch.
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