Summary:
This analysis covers three public elementary schools (grades K-6) in the 95673 zip code of Rio Linda, CA, all part of the Twin Rivers Unified district, which ranks in the bottom third statewide.
Among these schools, Dry Creek Elementary stands out as the top performer, achieving the highest test scores and a 3-star rating, while Orchard Elementary has shown the most improvement in recent years and has the best student attendance and teacher ratio. All three schools serve a high-need population, with 75-85% of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch, yet each one outperforms the district average in English and math.
Key considerations for parents include the fact that chronic student absenteeism is higher than the state average at every school. While Westside Elementary and Orchard have similar academic results, Orchard operates with significantly more funding per student. Performance tends to be strongest in the lower grades, with a noticeable dip in science scores across all schools compared to state averages.
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