Summary:
Zip code 93653, serving the rural area of Raymond, California, contains a single public elementary school, Raymond-Knowles Elementary, which provides education for grades Kindergarten through 8th grade to 88 students within the Raymond-Knowles Union Elementary School District.
Raymond-Knowles Elementary presents a mixed academic picture, with overall proficiency in English, math, and science below state averages. However, a standout strength is the performance of its 8th-grade students, who score significantly above state averages in both English and mathematics. This suggests effective upper-grade instruction or preparation. A major area of concern is chronic student absenteeism, which at 33.7% is substantially higher than the state average and can significantly impact learning outcomes.
The school serves a community where a majority of students are economically disadvantaged, and it operates with moderate per-student funding. While its statewide ranking has seen a slight decline in recent years, the district is ranked above average in California. For parents, the key considerations are the school's small size, the notable success of its middle school program, and the important challenge of student attendance that the community is working to address.
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