Summary:
This analysis examines five high schools serving grades 9-12 (with one serving only 11th and 12th) in San Jose's 95122 zip code, all of which primarily serve students from low-income families, revealing significant differences in performance and resources among them.
When comparing schools, Yerba Buena High stands out as the top performer in the area, achieving the highest test scores and a strong 94.5% graduation rate within the East Side Union High district. In contrast, Alpha Cindy Avitia High, despite having the most funding per student and smallest class sizes, shows the lowest test scores. Another notable school is Apollo High, which reports an exceptional 97.5% graduation rate with no dropouts, though its test scores are low, which may be related to its specialized role serving only upperclassmen.
Key insights for parents include a clear link between high chronic absenteeism and lower test scores at several schools, and a concerning trend of low science proficiency across the area. William C. Overfelt High and Luis Valdez Leadership Academy show middling performance, with the latter having a very low 12th-grade science proficiency rate. The data shows that while all schools in 95122 face similar economic challenges, factors like school leadership and specific programs lead to varied outcomes for students.
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