Summary:
The 93428 zip code area is home to 4 schools, including 1 elementary school, 1 middle school, 2 high schools (1 regular and 1 continuation), and 0 alternative schools. The data reveals that Coast Union High School stands out as a top performer, ranking 249 out of 2,335 California high schools with a 4-star rating. The school boasts a high 4-year graduation rate of 96.9% and outperforms the district and state averages in Smarter Balanced Assessments for 11th grade English Language Arts and Mathematics.
In contrast, Leffingwell High (Continuation) has the highest chronic absenteeism rate at 68.8%, indicating that the continuation high school serves a more vulnerable student population. Socioeconomic factors also appear to play a role, as schools with higher percentages of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, such as Cambria Grammar School, tend to have lower test scores and higher chronic absenteeism rates.
Overall, the schools in the 93428 zip code area exhibit a mix of performance, with Coast Unified district's regular high school, Coast Union High School, standing out as a strong performer, while the continuation high school and elementary school face more challenges. The data highlights the importance of alternative educational options, such as continuation high schools, in providing opportunities for students who may have struggled in traditional settings.
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