Summary:
This analysis examines 16 elementary schools (grades K-5/K-6) within the Fontana Unified district in zip code 92335, a district that faces significant academic challenges but contains several standout campuses.
When comparing schools, Date Elementary is the highest performer, followed by Dolores Huerta International Academy and Beech Avenue Elementary. Key differentiators include chronic absenteeism, where Dolores Huerta's remarkably low 9.4% rate contrasts with a district average of 24.1%, and subject strengths, such as Redwood Elementary's exceptional Spanish proficiency and Beech Avenue's strong math scores. Schools like West Randall Elementary and Cypress Elementary rank at the bottom.
Overall, these schools consistently trail state averages in core subjects, with math being the weakest area. There is no clear link between higher per-student spending and better results. Encouragingly, schools like Almond Elementary and Citrus Elementary have shown significant ranking improvements year-over-year, indicating potential for positive change within the district.
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