Summary:
This analysis covers 10 public schools in Stockton's 95212 zip code, serving grades K-12 across six elementary, two middle, and two high schools, all operating in a high-need area where most students qualify for free or reduced-price lunch.
Parents will find a stark contrast in school performance within this single zip code. The standout schools are all part of the Aspire charter network: Aspire Benjamin Holt College Preparatory Academy (high school) is a top-tier state performer, Aspire Vincent Shalvey Academy (elementary) excels with low absenteeism, and Aspire Benjamin Holt Middle significantly outperforms its traditional public counterpart, Morada Middle. Among traditional public schools, Valentine Peyton Elementary shows strong, consistent results, while Cesar Chavez High has seen a recent ranking drop despite a high graduation rate, and Davis Elementary ranks in the bottom 10% of the state.
The data reveals that higher spending does not guarantee better results, as the highest-spending school ranks lower than the lowest-spending one. Science proficiency is a widespread challenge, and chronic absenteeism rates are generally above the state average. The success of the Aspire charter schools within the same community demonstrates that strong academic outcomes are achievable even in challenging economic contexts, offering a point of comparison for families and the wider Stockton Unified and Lodi Unified districts.
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