Summary:
The city of Arroyo Grande, California is home to 8 schools that serve students from elementary through high school, all part of the Lucia Mar Unified School District. The district is ranked 587 out of 1,568 districts in California and has a 3-star rating from SchoolDigger.
Among the standout schools in Arroyo Grande are Ocean View Elementary, which consistently ranks among the top elementary schools in the state with a 5-star rating and exceptional test scores. Harloe Elementary and Paulding Middle also perform well, ranking in the top 25% of California schools in their respective categories. In contrast, the alternative and continuation high schools, Pacific View Academy and Lopez Continuation High, struggle with lower test scores, higher dropout rates, and higher chronic absenteeism.
The data reveals a clear disparity in performance between the elementary and middle schools compared to the high schools in Arroyo Grande. While the elementary and middle schools generally have stronger test scores and lower chronic absenteeism, the high schools face more challenges in these areas. Additionally, the free/reduced lunch rates suggest that economic disadvantage is a significant factor, with some schools having over 50% of their students qualifying for this program.
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