Summary:
Blochman Union Elementary is a single-school district in Santa Maria, California, serving approximately 210 students in grades K-8 at Benjamin Foxen Elementary.
This school stands out for its exceptionally low chronic absenteeism rate of 4.7%, which is less than a quarter of the state average, indicating a highly engaged student body and strong school culture. Academically, the school shows a mixed profile: it consistently outperforms state averages in English Language Arts across most grades, particularly in 3rd, 4th, 6th, and 7th grades, but lags behind in mathematics and science performance overall. There is notable variation between grades, with 4th grade showing strength in both subjects, while 5th grade math and 8th grade ELA scores are areas of concern.
With a student-teacher ratio of 20.9 to 1 and spending about $16,129 per student, the school operates with moderate resources. Its statewide ranking has seen a recent decline from the 67th to the 58th percentile over two years, a trend that coincides with the observed gaps in math and science. For parents, Benjamin Foxen Elementary presents a environment of strong student attendance and solid ELA instruction within the Blochman Union Elementary district, though math and science outcomes are an area for potential improvement.
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