Summary:
This analysis covers seven schools in zip code 93210 (Coalinga, CA), all part of the Coalinga-Huron Unified district, serving students from kindergarten through 12th grade in a rural community where all schools have high rates of student economic need.
Among these schools, Sunset Elementary stands out for having the strongest test scores and the lowest rate of chronic student absenteeism, despite having the largest class sizes. The main Coalinga High also shows positive trends with a graduation rate above the state average. In contrast, Cambridge High, a much smaller school, faces significant challenges with very high absenteeism and the lowest proficiency rates in the area.
Overall, academic performance across the district is below state averages, with a noticeable drop in test scores as students move from elementary to Coalinga Middle school. Chronic absenteeism varies widely between schools and is a key factor, with schools having better attendance generally showing better academic outcomes. The district as a whole is ranked in the bottom 5% in the state, indicating widespread challenges that affect all schools in this zip code.
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