Summary:
In zip code 93622, which serves the Firebaugh area, there is one public middle school, Firebaugh Middle, serving grades 6 through 8 within the Firebaugh-Las Deltas Unified district.
This school maintains a significant strength in student attendance, with a chronic absenteeism rate of 9.4% that is notably better than both the district and state averages. However, academic proficiency scores are below state averages across core subjects, with mathematics being a particular area of concern. The school's state ranking has declined over recent years, and it operates with per-student spending below the California average while serving a student population where a high percentage qualify for free or reduced-price lunch.
When looking at performance trends within the school, English Language Arts scores show steady improvement from 6th to 8th grade, suggesting effective literacy development. In contrast, 7th-grade math scores dip before recovering somewhat in 8th grade, indicating a potential need for targeted support at that grade level. While science scores are also below the state average, the gap is smaller than in other subjects. The district itself ranks in the bottom quartile statewide, indicating these academic challenges are not unique to the middle school but reflect broader educational dynamics in the area.
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