Summary:
The Lost Hills Union Elementary district contains one elementary school, Lost Hills Elementary, serving about 200 students in grades K-5 in a high-need community where nearly all students qualify for free or reduced-price lunch.
Lost Hills Elementary shows notable strengths, particularly in maintaining a chronic absenteeism rate significantly better than the state average, which is a strong foundation for learning. Academically, performance is close to state averages in English and math but shows a concerning gap in 5th-grade science. The school's per-student spending is very high, reflecting substantial investment in the student population.
For parents, this single-school district presents a community-focused environment with a clear success in supporting regular attendance. The academic results are mixed, performing near state levels in some areas while lagging in science, suggesting families may want to inquire about the science curriculum and support. The school's statewide ranking has fluctuated in recent years, which can be common in smaller schools where a few students' results have a larger impact on percentages.
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