Summary:
The 95826 zip code in Sacramento contains ten public schools serving approximately 3,800 students from kindergarten through 8th grade, with no high schools in the area, and features a mix of traditional district schools and charter schools across several districts.
Academic performance varies dramatically among these schools. California Montessori Project - Capitol Campus stands out as the top performer, with proficiency rates well above the area average and remarkably low chronic absenteeism at 9.9%. In contrast, Aspire Capitol Heights Academy and Isador Cohen Elementary face significant challenges, with proficiency rates below 18% in core subjects and very high chronic absenteeism, particularly at Aspire (47.5%). Golden Empire Elementary is a notable performer within the Sacramento City Unified district, consistently scoring above district averages.
Key findings show that higher per-student spending does not guarantee better results, as the highest-spending school has the lowest ranking. Charter school quality varies extremely, representing both the best and worst performers. Attendance is a major area-wide concern, with only one school meeting the state benchmark for chronic absenteeism. The single middle school, Albert Einstein Middle, shows a notable decline in 8th-grade performance compared to 7th grade, indicating potential transition challenges.
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