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Shaffer Union Elementary


At a glance
1084thof 1,543 California districts▼ 200
Better than 29% of California districts
Elementary 1Grades K-8
722-055 Highway 395 North
Litchfield, CA 96117-0320·(530) 254-6577·All California district rankings →
Statewide performance 2017–2025
2025: better than 29.7% of districts
1
School
246
Students
Top rankedShaffer Elementary4333rd of 5,857 California elementary schools
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Summary:

The Shaffer Union Elementary district consists of a single K-8 school, Shaffer Elementary, serving 246 students in the rural Litchfield area.

Academic performance at Shaffer Elementary is below state averages, with particular challenges in science and mathematics, and the school's statewide ranking fell significantly this year. However, performance varies widely by grade, with some grades, like 4th and 7th, showing stronger results in English Language Arts. A major concern is chronic absenteeism, which at 26.7% is notably higher than the state average and can significantly impact student learning.

Despite per-student spending that is comparable to many California districts, the school faces clear challenges. The data suggests families should look closely at the specific grade-level performance trends and consider the school's efforts to improve attendance and support science education. The K-8 structure may offer stability for middle-grade students, but the overall academic results indicate room for growth.

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