Summary:
Elementary education in zip code 93505 (California City, CA) is provided by two public schools, Robert P. Ulrich Elementary serving grades K-2 and Hacienda Elementary serving grades 3-5, both part of the Mojave Unified school district.
These schools face significant academic challenges, with Hacienda Elementary's test scores well below state averages; for example, only about 24% of students are proficient in English and 11% in math, compared to roughly 49% and 37% statewide, respectively. Both schools also struggle with very high rates of chronic student absenteeism, more than double the California average, which is a major barrier to learning. It's noteworthy that despite these outcomes, per-student spending at these schools is notably higher than the state average.
When comparing the two, Hacienda Elementary has a lower chronic absenteeism rate (46.0%) than Robert P. Ulrich Elementary (53.5%), but Ulrich has a lower student-teacher ratio. Both schools serve a high percentage of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch, exceeding 80%. Overall, parents should be aware that while the schools provide a sequential pathway from kindergarten through 5th grade, the district is among the lowest-ranked in the state, indicating community-wide educational difficulties that require systemic attention, particularly on improving student attendance.
Thank you for your feedback!