Summary:
This analysis covers the two elementary schools, Rio Vista Elementary and San Cayetano Elementary, serving grades K-5 in zip code 93016 (Fillmore, CA), both part of the Fillmore Unified school district.
When comparing the two, Rio Vista Elementary is the stronger academic performer, with significantly higher proficiency rates in English and math and a better statewide ranking than San Cayetano Elementary. Rio Vista also has a notably lower rate of chronic student absenteeism. Interestingly, San Cayetano receives more funding per student and has a lower student-teacher ratio, yet these advantages do not currently translate to better academic outcomes.
Both schools, and the Fillmore Unified district overall, face challenges performing below state averages. A critical area of concern for both is science proficiency, which is very low. Parents should note that academic performance, particularly in math, tends to decline in the upper grades at these schools. While both schools serve communities with significant economic need, Rio Vista demonstrates that more positive results are achievable within the same district context.
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