Summary:
This analysis examines six elementary schools within the Pacifica School District in California, serving grades K-5 and K-8, all located in zip code 94044 and belonging to a district ranked in the 77th percentile statewide.
Among these schools, Vallemar Elementary stands out as the top performer, achieving the highest test scores in English, Math, and Science while operating with moderate per-student spending. Ocean Shore Elementary also shows notable strengths, particularly in 5th-grade subjects. In contrast, Sunset Ridge Elementary faces significant challenges, with proficiency rates well below district averages and a chronic absenteeism rate double the district's average, indicating a need for additional support.
The schools show interesting variations, such as Cabrillo Elementary having the lowest chronic absenteeism and Ortega Elementary having the highest per-student spending. The unique Pacifica Independent Home Study program serves a very small population with perfect attendance. Overall, the district contains both high-performing schools and those with clear opportunities for improvement, with science scores being a relative weakness across all schools.
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