Summary:
The city of Dana Point, California is home to two schools - Dana Hills High School and Richard Henry Dana Elementary School, both part of the Capistrano Unified school district. While Dana Hills High is a standout performer, ranking in the top 15% of California high schools, Richard Henry Dana Elementary lags behind, scoring in the bottom 40% of the state's elementary schools.
Dana Hills High School boasts impressive metrics, including a 94% 4-year graduation rate, low 1.9% dropout rate, and students who significantly outperform state and district averages on standardized tests. In contrast, Richard Henry Dana Elementary struggles, with test scores below state and district levels, particularly in Math and Science, as well as a high 22.3% chronic absenteeism rate.
The data suggests socioeconomic factors may be influencing student performance, with both schools having high free/reduced lunch rates, but especially the elementary school at 59.86%. Addressing these disparities and providing targeted support could help improve outcomes at Richard Henry Dana Elementary and better prepare students for success in high school and beyond.
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