Summary:
The Empire Union Elementary district in Modesto serves about 2,800 students across six schools, including five K-6 elementary schools and one 7-8 middle school, in a high-need community where over 80% of students qualify for free or reduced-price lunch.
Among these schools, Norman N. Glick Middle stands out as the academic leader, with English scores nearly matching the state average and showing strong, consistent improvement over recent years. At the elementary level, Christine Sipherd Elementary excels in math, while Alice N. Stroud Elementary has the best attendance record in the district. Bernard L. Hughes Elementary leads in science proficiency.
Overall, the district spends more per student than many in California, but academic results are mixed, with most schools performing below state averages. Science is a particular challenge across all schools. The middle school's positive trajectory is a bright spot, suggesting effective programs for older students that the district may learn from.
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