Summary:
The city of Warner Springs, California is home to two schools - Warner Elementary and Warner Junior/Senior High, both part of the Warner Unified school district. While the junior/senior high school performs better academically, both schools face significant challenges with low test scores, high chronic absenteeism, and low graduation rates.
Warner Elementary has consistently low test scores across English Language Arts, Math, and Science, performing well below the district and state averages. In contrast, Warner Junior/Senior High has relatively higher test scores, with over 50% of 11th graders proficient in ELA, though their math proficiency remains low. Both schools struggle with extremely high chronic absenteeism rates, exceeding 60% at each campus.
The graduation rate at Warner Junior/Senior High is 85.7%, lower than the state average, and the school has a concerning 14.3% dropout rate. Additionally, both schools serve predominantly low-income student populations, with over 69% of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch. Addressing the root causes of the academic and attendance challenges faced by these schools will likely require a comprehensive, community-based approach involving the school district and local stakeholders.
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