Summary:
The 91001 zip code area of Altadena, California is home to 9 schools, including 7 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school, with a mix of public and public charter institutions. The data reveals a stark contrast in performance between the top-tier charter schools, such as Odyssey Charter and OCS - South, and the lower-performing traditional public schools, like Charles W. Eliot Middle and Alma Fuerte Public.
The public charter schools in the area, particularly Odyssey Charter, OCS - South, and Aveson School of Leaders, are outperforming the traditional public schools across multiple metrics, including statewide rankings, test scores, and chronic absenteeism rates. These top-performing schools serve diverse student populations, with varying socioeconomic backgrounds, suggesting that their success may be attributed to specific practices and policies that could be replicated across the district.
The data also highlights concerning trends, such as high chronic absenteeism rates, particularly at the middle and high school levels, and significant disparities in student achievement between the highest and lowest-performing schools. Further analysis is needed to understand the underlying factors contributing to these differences and to identify ways to address the needs of all students in the Pasadena Unified and other local school districts serving the 91001 zip code area.
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