Summary:
Zip code 95303 in the Ballico, California area is served by one public school, Ballico-Cressey Community Charter, an elementary school educating about 293 students in grades 1 through 8 within the Ballico-Cressey Elementary district.
For families in this area, Ballico-Cressey Community Charter demonstrates a significant strength in student engagement, with a chronic absenteeism rate of just 4.7% that is far better than the state average. Academically, the school performs close to state averages in English and Math overall, but performance varies widely by grade. The school shows notable success in upper grades, with 6th and 7th-grade English scores notably exceeding the state average, while 5th-grade scores in both core subjects are a clear area for improvement. Science proficiency is currently below the state average.
The school maintains a stable 3-star rating and has a student-teacher ratio of about 16 to 1. With nearly half of its students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch, the school's ability to achieve near-state-average test results alongside its exceptional attendance is an important context for parents. The standout attendance culture is a very positive indicator of the school environment and family involvement.
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