Summary:
This analysis examines seven public high schools serving grades 9-12 in zip code 93230, primarily within the city of Hanford, CA, all but one operating under the Hanford Joint Union High district, which ranks in the 34th percentile statewide.
Among these schools, Sierra Pacific High stands out as the top performer, ranking in the 74th percentile statewide with strong test scores and the lowest chronic absenteeism. The two largest comprehensive schools, Hanford High and Hanford West High, have very high graduation rates (over 97%) but more moderate academic rankings, with Hanford High typically scoring slightly higher. Significant challenges are evident at the Hanford Online Charter and alternative schools like Earl F. Johnson High (Continuation), which have much lower rankings and proficiency rates.
A key takeaway is that mathematics is a district-wide area for improvement, with only Sierra Pacific approaching the state average. While graduation rates are excellent at the comprehensive schools, there is a notable gap between those rates and standardized test proficiency. The data also shows a wide range in per-student spending and student-teacher ratios, with the highest-resource schools being small, alternative programs that serve students with the greatest academic needs.
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