Summary:
This analysis covers four public high schools serving grades 9-12 in the 92374 zip code of Redlands, California, all part of the Redlands Unified district, providing a mix of comprehensive and alternative education to over 6,400 students.
Among the traditional high schools, Redlands Senior High stands out as the top academic performer, ranking in the state's 90th percentile with the highest test scores in English, math, and science, followed closely by Citrus Valley High and then Redlands East Valley High. All three comprehensive schools have strong graduation rates above 92% and outperform state averages, particularly in English. Orangewood High (Continuation) serves a distinct, at-risk student population and has significantly different outcomes, with much lower proficiency rates and a very high chronic absenteeism rate.
The district shows strength in supporting students from economically disadvantaged backgrounds, but attendance appears linked to performance, as Redlands East Valley has the highest chronic absenteeism of the comprehensive schools and the lowest test scores among them. While per-student funding is similar across schools, Orangewood High receives the most resources for its high-needs students, highlighting the different challenges each school faces within the same community.
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