Summary:
The 92008 zip code area of Carlsbad, California is home to 8 schools that are part of the Carlsbad Unified School District, which is ranked 130 out of 1,560 districts in the state and has a 5-star rating. The schools include 4 elementary schools, 1 middle school, 2 high schools, and 1 alternative school, serving students from kindergarten through 12th grade.
Within this district, a few schools stand out as exceptional performers. Magnolia Elementary and Kelly Elementary rank in the top 3-4% of California elementary schools, with over 75% of students proficient in core subjects. In contrast, Carlsbad Village Academy and Jefferson Elementary are lower-performing, with Carlsbad Village Academy having a concerning 43.8% four-year graduation rate and 35.4% dropout rate.
The district as a whole performs well above state averages, with Carlsbad High ranking in the top 12% of California high schools. However, there appears to be a correlation between socioeconomic status and academic performance, with higher-poverty schools like Jefferson and Buena Vista generally underperforming compared to more affluent schools. Addressing chronic absenteeism, particularly at Carlsbad Village Academy, will also be crucial to improving outcomes across the district.
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