Summary:
The zip code 92118 in Coronado, California, is served by four high-performing public schools within the Coronado Unified district, covering grades K-12 and consistently ranking in the top tiers statewide.
Overall, this is an exceptional district where all schools significantly outperform state averages in test scores, graduation rates, and attendance. Coronado High stands out for its stellar 97.3% graduation rate and very low dropout rate, while Silver Strand Elementary achieves the highest test scores in core subjects and has the best attendance record with remarkably low chronic absenteeism. Notably, Silver Strand excels academically despite having a higher percentage of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch compared to the other schools in the area.
When comparing schools, a key finding is the noticeable gap at Coronado High between its very strong English proficiency (82%) and its lower, though still above-average, math proficiency (55%). This contrasts with the elementary schools, where math and English scores are closely matched and very high. For parents, the data shows a cohesive, high-achieving district where the primary opportunity for improvement lies in strengthening math outcomes at the secondary level to match the district's overall excellence.
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