Best Public Schools in Petaluma, CA


Summary:

The city of Petaluma, California is home to 36 schools spanning elementary, middle, high, and alternative education, across several school districts. The data reveals a wide range of academic performance among these schools, with some standouts like Petaluma Accelerated Charter and Liberty Elementary consistently outperforming others in test scores and graduation rates.

At the high-performing end, Petaluma Accelerated Charter ranks among the top 9 middle schools in California, with over 90% of students proficient in English and Math. Liberty Elementary is also a standout, ranking in the top 326 elementary schools in the state with exceptional academic performance. In contrast, schools like South County Consortium and San Antonio High (Continuation) struggle with low test scores, high dropout rates, and chronic absenteeism.

The data also highlights the effectiveness of the city's continuation and alternative schools, such as Sonoma Mountain High (Continuation) and Carpe Diem High (Continuation), which have high graduation rates and low dropout rates, indicating they are providing valuable support for students who may have struggled in traditional school settings. Overall, the Petaluma school system offers a diverse range of educational options, though addressing the disparities in academic performance remains an important priority.








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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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