Summary:
The Wheatland Union High district serves grades 9-12 in three very different high schools, with enrollments ranging from just 8 students to over 1,000, all operating with the same per-student funding.
Wheatland Union High is the district's standout comprehensive school, ranking well above average statewide with a 97.5% graduation rate, strong English and science scores, and low chronic absenteeism. In stark contrast, Edward P. Duplex ranks among the lowest in the state academically, with severe attendance issues and 0% proficiency in math and science, despite a similarly high graduation rate. The very small Wheatland Community Day High serves a specialized population with high absenteeism and limited reported data.
Key takeaways for parents include a major performance gap between schools despite equal funding, a strong district-wide record of graduating students, and a significant challenge with mathematics achievement across the district. The extreme difference in outcomes highlights the importance of looking at individual school environments and attendance rates, as these factors show a strong connection to academic results within this community.
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