Summary:
This analysis examines 10 elementary schools within the Milpitas Unified School District in zip code 95035 (Milpitas, CA), which serve grades K-6 except for one K-8 school, revealing a generally high-performing district with clear standouts and some challenges.
Top-performing schools like Mabel Mattos Elementary and John Sinnott Elementary rank in the top 5% statewide, with strong test scores and very low chronic absenteeism below 5%. Curtner Elementary also excels, particularly in 3rd-grade math. In contrast, Robert Randall World Languages and Alexander Rose Elementary face significant challenges, with the lowest academic rankings, the highest chronic absenteeism (over 14%), and the highest rates of economic need.
A strong correlation exists between low absenteeism and high academic performance across the district. Five schools form a solid middle cluster, consistently outperforming district and state averages. Notably, higher per-student spending at schools with greater economic need does not translate to better academic outcomes, suggesting student needs and attendance are more critical factors. The district as a whole performs well, with most schools exceeding state averages.
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