Summary:
Zip code 91105 in Pasadena, California, is served by one public elementary school, San Rafael Elementary, which educates students from kindergarten through 5th grade within the Pasadena Unified district.
San Rafael Elementary is a consistently performing school that excels in several key areas compared to broader averages. It outperforms both the district and state in English Language Arts and Mathematics, and it has an exceptionally strong record on student attendance, with a chronic absenteeism rate significantly lower than its peers. The school has maintained a stable statewide ranking in the 60th to 65th percentile over the last three years.
Parents should note some important internal variations: while 4th grade students perform exceptionally well, there is a notable drop in proficiency in 5th grade, particularly in mathematics. Science scores also lag behind district and state averages. The school serves an economically diverse community and operates with a per-student spending above typical state levels. Overall, it is a school with clear strengths in core subjects and attendance, alongside identified opportunities for growth in upper-grade support and science instruction.
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