Summary:
This analysis examines 11 elementary schools in zip code 95608, serving Carmichael, California, which collectively educate over 6,400 students from kindergarten through 8th grade, revealing significant performance differences between schools within the same community.
Parents will find a wide range of educational outcomes across these San Juan Unified district schools. Standout performers include Mary Deterding Elementary and Del Dayo Elementary, which rank well above average statewide and have strong test scores and low chronic absenteeism. In contrast, schools like Starr King K-8 and Coyle Avenue Elementary face substantial challenges, with very low proficiency rates and high absenteeism. The charter option, California Montessori Project-San Juan Campuses, is the largest school and shows solid performance with a different resource model.
Key insights show that higher chronic absenteeism correlates with lower academic performance, and per-student spending does not directly predict success, as some higher-funded schools struggle while others thrive with less. Mathematics and science scores are areas of concern district-wide, often lagging behind English scores. This overview highlights that while the district faces shared challenges, individual school environments and results vary greatly, making it important for families to research specific schools.
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