Summary:
The 95401 zip code of Santa Rosa, California is home to 13 schools, including 9 elementary schools, 2 high schools, and 2 alternative schools, serving a diverse student population. While academic performance varies across the schools, a few standouts emerge, including Oak Grove Elementary/Willowside Middle, a public charter school with consistently high rankings and strong test scores, and Village Charter, another public charter school with impressive academic results.
The data reveals a clear divide in performance between the higher-achieving charter schools and the lower-performing traditional public schools in the area. For example, at Oak Grove Elementary/Willowside Middle, 62.5% of 3rd graders scored proficient or better in English Language Arts, compared to the state average of 42.96%, while Helen M. Lehman Elementary struggled, with proficiency rates well below the state. Chronic absenteeism is also a significant issue, particularly at the alternative and continuation schools, such as Ridgway High (Continuation), which reported a 72.4% chronic absenteeism rate.
The demographic data highlights the socioeconomic diversity within the 95401 zip code, with some schools serving predominantly low-income, minority populations and others serving more affluent, white students. This disparity in student populations may contribute to the wide range of academic outcomes observed. Overall, the analysis provides valuable insights into the educational landscape of this specific area, allowing for comparisons between schools and identification of both high-performing and struggling institutions, which can inform decision-making and resource allocation to support student success across the Santa Rosa High, Oak Grove Union Elementary, Santa Rosa Elementary, Wright Elementary, Olivet Elementary Charter District, Northwest Prep Charter District, Kid Street Learning Center Charter District, and Village Charter District.
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