Summary:
This analysis examines 15 elementary schools (grades K-6) located in zip code 91911 in Chula Vista, California, which serve a predominantly economically disadvantaged community and show a wide range of academic performance.
Parents will find a significant performance gap between schools in this area. Parkview Elementary is the clear top performer, ranking in the 84th percentile statewide with the highest test scores and lowest chronic absenteeism, while Harborside Elementary faces major challenges, ranking in the bottom 15th percentile with very low proficiency and the highest absenteeism rate. Another notable school is Palomar Elementary, which achieves strong 4-star results despite a high rate of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch, suggesting particularly effective practices.
As a group, these schools underperform compared to the broader Chula Vista Elementary district averages but are closer to state averages. Chronic absenteeism is a key concern, averaging 19.4% across the zip code, and schools with lower absenteeism like Valle Lindo Elementary tend to rank higher. The single charter school, Leonardo da Vinci Health Sciences Charter, performs near the group's average. The data shows no clear link between higher per-student spending and better academic outcomes in this area.
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