Summary:
The city of Coalinga, California is home to 7 schools serving grades K-12, including 4 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 2 high schools. The data reveals significant disparities in academic performance across the schools, with Sunset Elementary standing out as the highest-performing school, ranking in the top 30% of California elementary schools. In contrast, the two high schools, Coalinga High and Cambridge High, have significantly lower test scores, with only 36.47% and 7.69% of students, respectively, proficient or better in English Language Arts.
Chronic absenteeism is a major concern across the district, with Cambridge High having the highest rate at 88.8%. Additionally, all schools in the Coalinga-Huron Unified School District serve a predominantly low-income student population, with free/reduced lunch rates ranging from 80.33% to 89.71%. These socioeconomic challenges likely contribute to the academic struggles faced by many of the schools.
Overall, the data analysis suggests a need for targeted interventions and a comprehensive review of the district's policies, resources, and strategies to address the systemic issues impacting student performance across the Coalinga-Huron Unified School District. Addressing the disparities in academic achievement and high rates of chronic absenteeism will be crucial in improving educational outcomes for the students in this community.
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