Summary:
The 93440 zip code is home to a single public elementary school, Olga L. Reed Elementary, which serves grades K-8 with a total enrollment of 169 students. The school's student population is predominantly Hispanic (82.84%) and economically disadvantaged, with 82.84% of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch.
Academically, Olga L. Reed Elementary struggles to meet district and state benchmarks. The school's proficiency rates in English Language Arts (ELA) and Mathematics, as measured by Smarter Balanced Assessments, range from 15.79% to 69.23% and 10.53% to 61.54%, respectively, depending on the grade level. Science proficiency, as measured by the California Science Test (CAST), is also below average, ranging from 16% to 17.39%. Additionally, the school has a high chronic absenteeism rate of 28.6%, significantly higher than the state average.
Despite these challenges, the data suggests that there may be opportunities for improvement at Olga L. Reed Elementary. By implementing targeted interventions and strategies to address the specific needs of its predominantly Hispanic and economically disadvantaged student population, the school could potentially raise its academic achievement and better serve the community. The school's Orcutt Union Elementary district should work closely with the school to identify and address the root causes of the academic and attendance issues, ensuring that all students receive a high-quality education.
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