Summary:
The city of McKinleyville, California is home to 6 schools, including 3 elementary schools, 1 middle school, 2 high schools (1 regular high school and 1 continuation high school), and 0 alternative schools. The data reveals a mix of high-performing and struggling schools in the area.
Fieldbrook Elementary stands out as the top-performing school, consistently scoring above the district and state averages on standardized tests, with 50-80% of students proficient or better in English Language Arts and Mathematics. In contrast, McKinleyville High lags behind, with only 30-52% of students proficient in ELA and 18-28% proficient in Math, despite boasting an excellent 99.1% 4-year graduation rate. The Mad River High (Continuation) school serves a more at-risk student population but still manages a respectable 87.1% graduation rate.
Across the district, chronic absenteeism rates vary widely, from 10.9% at Mad River High (Continuation) to 42.7% at McKinleyville High. Free/reduced lunch rates are also high, ranging from 34.26% at Fieldbrook Elementary to 86.21% at Mad River High (Continuation), indicating a significant economically disadvantaged student population in the McKinleyville area. Addressing attendance issues and supporting the needs of this population could be key priorities for the district.
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