Summary:
The Heber Elementary district in Heber, California, consists of two 3-star schools, Dogwood Elementary serving grades K-4 and Heber Middle School serving grades 5-8, which together educate about 1,155 students and rank in the top third of districts statewide.
Comparing the two schools reveals distinct strengths. Dogwood Elementary excels in mathematics, with student proficiency notably higher than both district and state averages, especially in 3rd grade. In contrast, Heber Middle School stands out for its exceptionally low rate of chronic absenteeism, which is significantly better than the elementary school and the state average, though its math and science scores are areas for growth.
Key insights for parents include the strong and improving rankings of both schools over recent years. However, a noticeable drop in math performance occurs as students transition from elementary to middle school, and 4th grade at Dogwood shows a dip compared to 3rd grade. The middle school's effective strategies for maintaining high attendance could be a valuable model, and both schools show positive momentum while serving student populations with high economic need.
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