Summary:
This analysis covers three public elementary schools (K-5) in zip code 95334, serving the Livingston, CA area within the Livingston Union school district, which ranks in the lower third of California districts.
Among these schools, Selma Herndon Elementary stands out for having the strongest academic performance, with the highest test scores in English and math, and it matches the state average in math. Campus Park Elementary excels in a different area, boasting an exceptionally low rate of chronic student absenteeism at less than half the district average. Yamato Colony Elementary has shown the most significant improvement in its state ranking over recent years and performs relatively well on Spanish language assessments.
While all schools serve a high percentage of economically disadvantaged students, there are notable differences. Campus Park has the highest per-student spending but the lowest test scores, indicating that funding alone does not guarantee academic outcomes. A common challenge across the district is a drop in 5th-grade math proficiency. For parents, the choice may come down to prioritizing strong core academics at Selma Herndon, excellent daily attendance at Campus Park, or a school with notable improvement and Spanish language strengths at Yamato Colony.
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