Summary:
The city of Ramona, California is home to 11 schools serving students from elementary through high school, including 6 elementary schools, 1 middle school, 3 high schools, and 1 alternative school. The district faces some challenges, with several schools struggling with high chronic absenteeism rates and performance gaps between the highest and lowest-performing schools.
Among the standout schools in the district is Ramona High School, which has consistently ranked in the top half of California high schools and boasts a strong 95.4% four-year graduation rate. Another top performer is James Dukes Elementary, which ranks in the top 20% of California elementary schools and has impressive test scores. The alternative Mountain Valley Academy also stands out with its high academic performance, with 71.43% of 11th graders proficient or better in English Language Arts and 50% in Mathematics.
However, the district faces challenges, including high chronic absenteeism rates at some schools, such as Hanson Elementary at 42.1% and Ramona Elementary at 34.2%. The alternative and continuation schools, like Montecito High (Continuation), also face unique challenges, with lower graduation rates and academic performance compared to the district's traditional high schools. By addressing these areas of concern and building on the strengths of the top-performing schools, the Ramona City Unified School District can work towards improving educational outcomes for all students.
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