Summary:
This analysis covers the single elementary school, Ballington Academy for the Arts and Sciences - San Bernardino, serving grades K-5 with 152 students in the Ballington Academy for the Arts and Scis - San Bernardino D district.
Ballington Academy presents a complex picture with significant strengths and challenges. Academically, the school shines in science, where student proficiency is nearly double the state average, and its 5th graders perform exceptionally well in both English and math. However, performance varies dramatically between grades, with 4th graders scoring much lower than the state average. The school has shown a positive trend, consistently improving its statewide ranking over the past three years to the 51st percentile.
The school serves a high-need population, with over 90% of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch. A major area of concern is chronic absenteeism, which at 32.1% is substantially higher than the state average and likely impacts overall learning. With per-student spending above typical averages, the school's ability to produce standout results in upper grades despite these challenges is notable, though the wide performance gaps between grade levels warrant further attention to ensure all students receive a consistently strong education.
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