Summary:
The city of Adelanto, California is home to 9 elementary schools serving grades K-8, a mix of public and public charter institutions. While the schools face significant challenges, a few standout performers provide hope for the district's future.
The top-performing school in Adelanto is Desert Trails Preparatory Academy, a public charter school that outperforms the district and state averages on standardized tests in English Language Arts and Mathematics. Another bright spot is George Visual and Performing Arts Magnet and Middle, which has the second-highest statewide ranking among Adelanto elementary schools. However, the majority of Adelanto's elementary schools struggle, with low test scores, high chronic absenteeism rates, and a student population facing significant economic disadvantages.
Across the district, the student population is diverse, with Hispanic and African American students making up the largest racial groups. Troublingly, all Adelanto elementary schools have high percentages of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, indicating widespread poverty. Addressing the root causes of low academic achievement, high chronic absenteeism, and socioeconomic disparities should be a top priority for the Adelanto Elementary and Desert Trails Preparatory Academy districts, in order to provide equitable educational opportunities for all students.
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