Summary:
This analysis covers one school, Manzanita Elementary, a K-8 school serving 306 students in the Manzanita Elementary district in Gridley, California.
Manzanita Elementary shows notable strengths, particularly in student attendance and middle school academics. Its chronic absenteeism rate of 10.4% is impressively low, nearly half the state average, suggesting a strong school culture. Academically, the school consistently performs at or above state averages, with standout success in 8th grade, where proficiency in English and Science significantly outpaces California averages. The school has maintained a stable 3-star rating and ranking in the 50th-57th percentile over the last three years, indicating reliable performance.
Areas for attention include variability in performance across grades, especially a notable drop in Mathematics proficiency between 3rd and 5th grade. While the school's overall math score is slightly above the state average, it lags behind its own strong English scores. The school operates with moderate resources and serves a student population where about 43% qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. Parents can expect a consistent educational environment with clear strengths in keeping students engaged and preparing its middle schoolers for high school.
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