Summary:
In zip code 93561, which covers Tehachapi, California, there is one public middle school, Jacobsen Middle, serving grades 6 through 8 within the Tehachapi Unified school district.
Jacobsen Middle School faces significant academic challenges, with its statewide ranking declining over the past three years to the 28th percentile. Student proficiency in core subjects is below both district and state averages, with mathematics scores being a particular area of concern. However, there is notable variation between grades, as 7th graders perform much better in English Language Arts than students in 6th or 8th grade, suggesting inconsistencies in curriculum or instruction across grade levels.
A major factor likely impacting learning is the high rate of chronic absenteeism, which at 29.1% is well above the state average. While the school spends a reasonable amount per student, these resources have not yet translated into improved academic outcomes. Parents should note that the broader Tehachapi Unified district is also low-performing statewide, indicating these challenges may be systemic. The school's performance in science, while still below average, is relatively stronger compared to its results in English and math.
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