Summary:
This analysis examines eight elementary schools serving grades K-6 (with one K-8) in the Upland Unified district within zip code 91786, revealing a mix of performance where most schools rank near state averages but one standout and one struggling school create a significant performance gap.
Magnolia Elementary is the clear top performer, exceeding state averages in all subjects and having the lowest chronic absenteeism, while Citrus Elementary faces the greatest challenges, with proficiency rates below averages and the highest absenteeism. Sycamore Elementary shows notable improvement, and schools like Foothill Knolls Academy of Innovation show concerning dips in middle school math. Overall, five of the eight schools beat the state average in English, but only Magnolia does so in math and science.
Key factors linked to higher performance in this area include lower chronic absenteeism, as seen at Magnolia and Sycamore, while per-student spending is similar across all schools. Parents should note significant grade-level performance swings within some schools, like Upland Elementary and Cabrillo Elementary. The district as a whole ranks in the 62nd percentile, indicating average performance with substantial variation between individual schools.
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