Summary:
Calipatria Unified School District contains one middle school, Bill E. Young Junior Middle, serving grades 5 through 8 in a district ranked in the lower third statewide.
This school shows clear signs of positive momentum, having significantly improved its statewide ranking over the past three years and earning a higher rating. A notable strength is student attendance, with a chronic absenteeism rate better than both the Calipatria Unified district and California averages. Academically, it outperforms the district in English Language Arts and Science, while its performance in math matches the district average. However, proficiency rates in math and science are well below state averages, revealing a key area for growth.
An important pattern within the school is that student proficiency declines in the upper grades, especially in math and science. Despite this challenge, the school's recent improvement trajectory, coupled with its strong attendance management, suggests it is building a foundation for further academic progress. Parents should note the school serves a high-need population and, while performing below state standards in core subjects, is demonstrating effective improvement within its district context.
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