Summary:
The Options for Youth-Victor Valley Charter District contains a single, non-traditional charter school, Options for Youth-Victor Valley Charter, which serves grades 7-12 in Victorville and focuses on a high-need student population, with over 85% qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch.
This school presents a complex picture, showing notable improvement in its statewide ranking over the past three years while still facing significant academic and attendance challenges. Test scores in English, math, and science are below state averages, and the school has a very high chronic absenteeism rate of 44.3%, which is more than double the state average. However, there are positive signs of progress, particularly for students who stay enrolled, as 11th graders perform notably closer to state benchmarks than students in younger grades.
For parents considering this school, key factors include its high per-student spending, which suggests substantial resources are available, and its specific mission to serve at-risk youth. The very low graduation and high dropout rates highlight the difficult environment, but the improving ranking indicates the school may be effectively supporting its unique student body relative to similar schools. Understanding the school's specific programs for credit recovery and addressing absenteeism would be crucial for making an informed decision.
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