Summary:
The Gilroy, CA zip code 95020 is home to 15 schools, including 8 elementary schools, 3 middle schools, and 4 high schools, serving a diverse student population. The data reveals a mix of high-performing and underperforming schools, with standout institutions like Dr. TJ Owens Gilroy Early College Academy and Christopher High leading the way, while some elementary schools like Eliot Elementary and Glen View Elementary struggle with lower test scores and higher chronic absenteeism rates.
The data highlights the stark performance differences between the top-performing schools and the lower-performing ones, suggesting a need to understand the factors contributing to these disparities and implement strategies to support the underperforming schools. The public charter school, Gilroy Prep (a Navigator School), stands out with strong academic performance, indicating that alternative school models could be beneficial for the district. Additionally, the wide range in free/reduced lunch rates across the schools suggests significant socioeconomic diversity within the Gilroy school system, which may require tailored approaches and additional resources to support students from disadvantaged backgrounds.
Overall, the data provides a comprehensive view of the schools in the Gilroy 95020 zip code, highlighting both high-performing and underperforming institutions. Addressing the disparities and implementing strategies to support all students will be crucial for the Gilroy Unified and Gilroy Prep (a Navigator School) District to ensure equitable educational outcomes for the community.
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