Summary:
The city of Modesto, California is home to 12 high schools serving grades 9-12, including a mix of public and public charter institutions. The data reveals a diverse landscape, with pockets of high-performing schools alongside those struggling to meet the needs of their students.
Among the standout schools are James C. Enochs High, which has consistently ranked among the top high schools in the state with a 98.1% graduation rate and strong academic performance, and Fred C. Beyer High, which also has a 4-star rating and ranks in the top 25% of California high schools. In contrast, alternative/continuation high schools like Robert Elliott Alternative Education Center and Petersen Alternative Center for Education struggle with significantly lower academic performance, graduation rates, and higher dropout and chronic absenteeism rates.
The data also highlights the challenges faced by the city's high-need student populations, with free/reduced lunch rates ranging from 40.79% to 91.57% across the schools. While some schools like Modesto High have a majority Hispanic enrollment (75.99%), others like Fred C. Beyer High are more racially balanced, suggesting the need to examine potential equity issues and achievement gaps. Overall, the data reveals significant disparities in educational outcomes and opportunities for students in Modesto, underscoring the importance of targeted support and strategies to promote more equitable access and success across the district's Modesto City High schools.
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