Summary:
The 95116 zip code area of San Jose, California is home to 16 schools, including 12 elementary schools, 3 middle schools, and 1 high school. This diverse educational landscape serves a predominantly low-income student population, with many schools reporting high rates of free and reduced-price lunch eligibility and chronic absenteeism.
Among the standout schools in the area are the Rocketship Fuerza Community Prep and Rocketship Academy Brilliant Minds, two charter elementary schools that outperform many of their peers on standardized tests, with proficiency rates above the state average in multiple subjects. Another notable school is Adelante Dual Language Academy II, a public elementary/middle school with a unique dual-language program that performs better than other Alum Rock Union Elementary schools in the area, particularly in English Language Arts.
In contrast, the traditional public schools in the Alum Rock Union Elementary district generally have lower proficiency rates compared to the state, with the exception of Adelante Dual Language Academy II. The only high school in the data set, San Jose High, stands out with a higher four-year graduation rate than the district and state averages, despite its lower academic proficiency. Addressing the performance gaps and high chronic absenteeism rates across the schools in this area could be crucial for improving educational outcomes for the community.
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