Summary:
This analysis examines the four middle schools serving grades 6-8 within the Redlands Unified School District, a 3-star district ranked in the 64th percentile statewide, where school performance varies notably despite very similar per-student funding.
Moore Middle stands out as the top performer, leading in English, math, and science proficiency and earning a 4-star rating, while also having the lowest student-teacher ratio and the lowest rate of students qualifying for free/reduced lunch. Beattie Middle excels in a different area, boasting the district's lowest chronic absenteeism rate and the highest science score, suggesting a strong link between consistent attendance and science learning. In contrast, Clement Middle faces the greatest challenges, particularly in math, and has the highest economic need among the schools.
Key takeaways for parents include noting a common dip in 7th-grade math performance across all schools and significant differences in chronic absenteeism, which only Beattie Middle keeps below the state average. The data shows that while resources are equitably distributed, academic outcomes differ, with Moore Middle consistently outperforming its peers and helping to elevate the overall district ranking.
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