Summary:
The city of Guerneville, California is home to 3 schools, including 2 elementary schools (one of which is a charter school) and 1 alternative school. The data reveals a mixed picture of school performance and student demographics in the area.
Guerneville Elementary (Charter) stands out as the largest school with 213 students, but it faces challenges with a high 39.6% chronic absenteeism rate. However, its test scores are generally on par with or slightly below the state averages. In contrast, California Pacific Charter - Sonoma has a strong 90.5% four-year graduation rate, though it also has a 9.5% dropout rate. The school's test scores are mixed, with some grade levels performing above the state average in ELA and Math, while others are below.
Across the schools, high rates of free/reduced lunch recipients, ranging from 44.44% at Guerneville Primary to 62.44% at Guerneville Elementary (Charter), suggest significant socioeconomic challenges in the Guerneville area. The district may need to implement targeted interventions and strategies to address the unique needs of its student population and improve academic outcomes, particularly in areas like chronic absenteeism.
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