Summary:
Zip code 92007 in Cardiff by the Sea is served by two high-performing elementary schools, Cardiff Elementary (grades K-2) and Ada W. Harris Elementary (grades 3-6), which together form a cohesive K-6 pathway within the highly-ranked Cardiff Elementary district.
These schools share similar advantages, including very low rates of student economic disadvantage and exceptional student attendance, with chronic absenteeism roughly one-third of the state average. While both schools benefit from this supportive environment, Ada W. Harris stands out for its documented academic excellence, with students consistently scoring far above state averages in English, math, and science. For example, nearly 78% of students are proficient in English Language Arts compared to about 49% statewide. It's worth noting that Cardiff Elementary, as a primary school for younger grades, does not have standardized test scores reported, making direct academic comparison between the two schools impossible.
An interesting pattern in the data is a noticeable dip in 5th-grade math scores at Ada W. Harris, which is lower than the strong performance in surrounding grades, suggesting a potential area for curriculum focus. Furthermore, there is a significant difference in per-student spending between the two schools, with Cardiff Elementary receiving about $3,000 more per student, though the reasons for this disparity are not clear from the data. Overall, families in this area can expect a consistent, high-quality elementary education with outstanding student engagement and, in the upper grades, academic results that significantly exceed state standards.
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