Summary:
This analysis examines five elementary schools serving grades K-5 (with one K-8 school) in San Diego's 92116 zip code, revealing a mix of performance where some schools excel despite socioeconomic challenges.
San Diego Global Vision Academy stands out as a top performer with the highest test scores and an exceptionally low chronic absenteeism rate of 8.4%, while Garfield Elementary also achieves strong academic results, including the highest ELA proficiency, despite a high percentage of students qualifying for free or reduced lunch. In contrast, Normal Heights Elementary shows significant improvement in its statewide ranking but contends with the highest chronic absenteeism rate in the group at 28.5%.
Key takeaways for parents include notable variation in per-student spending, which does not directly correlate with performance, and a concerning drop in 5th-grade math scores across several schools. The standalone San Diego Global Vision Academy District school generally outperforms the four schools in the larger San Diego Unified district on metrics like test scores and attendance, though Garfield Elementary is a notable exception with competitive results.
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