Summary:
This analysis covers two public middle schools (grades 6-8) located in Modesto's 95355 zip code, both operating within the Sylvan Union Elementary school district.
When comparing the two schools, Elizabeth Ustach Middle generally demonstrates stronger overall performance than Daniel J. Savage Middle. Elizabeth Ustach has a higher statewide ranking and shows particular strength in mathematics and science proficiency, where it exceeds both district and state averages. A notable difference is in chronic absenteeism, where Elizabeth Ustach's rate of 11.7% is significantly lower than Daniel J. Savage's 20.6% and the state average, which may contribute to its stronger academic outcomes. Daniel J. Savage shows a slight edge in English Language Arts proficiency and spends more per student, yet achieves lower results in most other subjects.
Both schools serve student populations with similar economic backgrounds, with over half of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch. They outperform their district averages in most subjects, making them relative strengths within the Sylvan Union Elementary district. Key takeaways include Elizabeth Ustach's impressive improvement in math scores from 6th to 8th grade and the notable performance gap between the two schools in science. The difference in outcomes between these demographically similar schools suggests that school-level practices and student attendance are important factors for parents to consider.
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