Summary:
The city of Ridgecrest, California is home to two middle schools serving grades 6-8: Murray Middle and James Monroe Middle. Both schools are part of the Sierra Sands Unified district, and the data reveals that they are performing below state and district averages on key academic measures.
While the student demographics at the two schools are similar, with roughly equal proportions of White, Hispanic, and other racial groups, their academic performance is concerning. Both Murray Middle and James Monroe Middle score significantly below the state and district averages in English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science on standardized tests. Additionally, the schools have high rates of chronic absenteeism, with James Monroe Middle reporting a concerning 33.3% chronic absenteeism rate.
Socioeconomic factors also appear to be a challenge, as nearly half of the students at both schools qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This suggests that the schools may need additional resources and support to address the unique needs of their student populations. Overall, the data indicates that the middle schools in Ridgecrest are struggling and require targeted interventions and strategies to improve student learning and achievement.
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