Summary:
The Oak Valley Union Elementary district is a single-school, rural district in Tulare, California, serving 562 students in grades K-8 at Oak Valley Elementary.
Oak Valley Elementary stands out for its exceptionally low rate of chronic absenteeism, at just 4.5% compared to the state average of 19.4%, which is a remarkable achievement. Academically, the school performs consistently above state averages, maintaining a 3-star rating for three years and ranking in the 62nd percentile statewide. Its early grade performance is particularly strong, with 3rd graders scoring well above average in both English and Math.
An interesting pattern in the data shows that while English Language Arts performance remains relatively steady, math scores dip significantly in the upper grades after strong results in 3rd and 4th grade. Conversely, science performance improves notably by 8th grade, where students outperform the state average. With a student-teacher ratio of 17.8:1, the school provides a focused learning environment that has proven effective in supporting student attendance and foundational academic success.
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