Summary:
This analysis examines eight elementary schools serving grades K-5 or K-8 in Morgan Hill, California (zip code 95037), revealing significant differences in performance and resources among them.
The standout school is the Charter School of Morgan Hill, which leads in test scores, has an exceptionally low chronic absenteeism rate, and the best student-teacher ratio, while other strong performers include Jackson Academy of Music and Math (JAMM) and Paradise Valley Engineering Academy. In contrast, Barrett Elementary and P. A. Walsh STEAM Academy face the greatest challenges, with the lowest test scores and highest chronic absenteeism in the area.
Interestingly, higher per-student spending does not guarantee better results, as seen with Voices College-Bound Language Academy at Morgan Hill, and there are wide performance gaps even among schools within the same Morgan Hill Unified district. Parents should note that chronic absenteeism is a concern at most schools here, and the specialized focus of an academy does not consistently predict stronger academic outcomes.
Thank you for your feedback!