Summary:
This analysis examines five elementary schools serving grades K-5 or K-8 in the suburban community of Aliso Viejo, California (zip code 92656), with four schools in the Capistrano Unified district and one in the Journey District.
Among these schools, Canyon Vista Elementary stands out as a top performer, ranking in the 99th percentile statewide with exceptional test scores and a very low chronic absenteeism rate of 8.1%. Don Juan Avila Elementary and Oak Grove Elementary also perform strongly, consistently ranking above the 88th percentile. In contrast, Wood Canyon Elementary and Journey face greater challenges, with lower proficiency rates and higher chronic absenteeism, particularly at Wood Canyon (17.5%).
An interesting finding is the relationship between resources and results; for instance, Wood Canyon has the highest per-student spending but the second-lowest academic performance among the Capistrano schools, which may relate to its higher percentage of students qualifying for free/reduced lunch. Overall, the Capistrano Unified schools in this area generally outperform their district and state averages, with a clear correlation between better attendance and higher academic achievement across all schools.
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