Summary:
The city of Upper Lake, California is home to 4 schools serving students from elementary through high school, including 1 elementary school, 1 middle school, 2 high schools (1 regular and 1 continuation), and 0 alternative schools. The data reveals a concerning picture, with the schools in the Upper Lake Unified district performing well below state averages across key metrics like proficiency rates and chronic absenteeism.
Upper Lake Elementary stands out as a low-performing school, ranking in the bottom 10-15% of California elementary schools and struggling with very low proficiency rates and a high chronic absenteeism rate of 37.5%. In contrast, Upper Lake High has shown some improvement, but still has concerning issues with low Math proficiency, high dropout rates, and a chronic absenteeism rate of 44.6%. The district's continuation high school, Clover Valley High, stands out with extremely poor outcomes, including a graduation rate of just 47.6% and a staggering chronic absenteeism rate of 83.3%.
Across the district, the schools serve a predominantly low-income population, with all schools having very high percentages of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch. This suggests potential equity concerns and the need to address systemic challenges, particularly around attendance and support for high-need students. The data paints a picture of a district struggling to provide quality education, with significant disparities between schools and a clear need for improvement.
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