Summary:
This analysis examines 15 schools within the Sacramento City Unified district in Sacramento's 95822 zip code, serving grades K-12 and revealing stark differences in performance among neighborhood schools.
Parents will find a dramatic range in school quality, with standout elementary schools like Leonardo Da Vinci and Sutterville Elementary consistently ranking in the state's top 20%, boasting high test scores and very low student absenteeism. In contrast, schools such as Rosa Parks Elementary and Woodbine Elementary rank in the bottom few percent statewide, with very low proficiency rates and higher chronic absenteeism.
The data shows a clear link between student poverty levels and academic outcomes, with the highest-performing schools having the lowest rates of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch. Chronic absenteeism is also a powerful indicator, as schools with lower absence rates consistently outperform others. Notably, per-student spending does not correlate with success, and middle schools in the area show particular challenges in math proficiency.
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