Best Middle Schools in Zip Code 92407

This analysis examines two middle schools (grades 6-8) located in San Bernardino, California, zip code 92407, both part of the San Bernardino City Unified school district, which ranks in the bottom quartile of districts statewide.

Among these schools, Cesar E. Chavez Middle stands out as the stronger performer compared to Shandin Hills Middle, with significantly higher test scores in English, math, and science, a better statewide ranking, and a much lower rate of chronic student absenteeism (19.4% vs. 34.9%). Both schools serve student populations with high economic need, but Cesar E. Chavez achieves better academic results despite having a higher student-teacher ratio and slightly lower per-student spending.

Key findings show a notable performance gap between the two schools, suggesting factors like school culture or specific programs may influence success. A concerning trend at Cesar E. Chavez is a drop in English proficiency after 6th grade, indicating potential challenges in maintaining progress. For parents, while both schools face the systemic challenges of a lower-performing district, Cesar E. Chavez demonstrates stronger current outcomes, particularly in student attendance and science achievement.