Summary:
This analysis focuses on Maple Elementary, the only school in the Maple Elementary district in Shafter, California, which serves 287 students from kindergarten through 8th grade.
Maple Elementary stands out for its exceptionally low chronic absenteeism rate of 7.0%, which is less than half the California state average, and for academic performance that exceeds state averages in English, math, and science. The school shows particular strength in its middle grades, with 6th grade achieving 73% proficiency in English and 70% in math, and 8th grade also performing well above state averages. It's important to note the school serves a population with significant economic need, with over 60% of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch, making its overall above-average performance a notable achievement.
Areas for attention include 3rd-grade math, where proficiency is 25% and below the state average, and 4th-grade English, which shows a dip compared to other grades. The school's state ranking has improved significantly in recent years, and its per-student spending of $17,413 supports a student-teacher ratio of 24-to-1. The variance in performance across different grades suggests that educational experiences can differ by classroom, but the strong attendance and upward ranking trend are positive indicators of the school's overall environment and progress.
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