Best Public Schools in Half Moon Bay, CA


Summary:

The city of Half Moon Bay, California is home to 5 schools serving students from elementary through high school, including 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 2 high schools (one of which is an alternative high school). The schools in this area show a range of academic performance, with some standout schools like El Granada Elementary and Half Moon Bay High performing above district and state averages, while others like Pilarcitos Alternative High face significant challenges.

El Granada Elementary stands out with its 3-star rating from SchoolDigger and higher proficiency rates in English Language Arts and Mathematics compared to the Cabrillo Unified district and California state averages. Meanwhile, Half Moon Bay High has a strong 90.6% four-year graduation rate, higher than the district and state, though its test scores are still below the state average in some areas.

In contrast, Pilarcitos Alternative High faces significant challenges, with a 35% four-year graduation rate and a 50% dropout rate, highlighting the unique needs of the students it serves. Chronic absenteeism is also a major issue across the district, ranging from 20.2% at Half Moon Bay High to 90.2% at Pilarcitos Alternative High.








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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the California Department of Education.

IMPORTANT DISCLAIMERS: Not all boundaries are included. We make every effort to ensure that boundaries are up-to-date. But it's important to note that these are approximations and are for general informational purposes only. To verify legal descriptions of boundaries or school locations, contact your local tax assessor's office and/or school district.





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