Summary:
The city of Westwood, California is home to two schools: Fletcher Walker Elementary and Westwood High, both part of the Westwood Unified school district. The data reveals a stark contrast in academic performance between the two schools, with Westwood High demonstrating relatively stronger performance in English Language Arts but both schools struggling with low proficiency rates in Mathematics and Science.
Fletcher Walker Elementary has a relatively low student enrollment of 89 students and consistently low performance on standardized tests, with proficiency rates well below the state average. The school also faces challenges with a high chronic absenteeism rate of 40.2% and a very high percentage of students (79.78%) receiving free or reduced-price lunch, indicating a high-need student population. In contrast, Westwood High has a slightly higher enrollment of 85 students and stronger academic performance, with an 11th-grade English Language Arts proficiency rate of 72.73% that is significantly above the state average. However, the high school still struggles with low proficiency rates in Mathematics and Science, as well as a relatively high dropout rate of 18.2% and chronic absenteeism rate of 38.9%.
The data highlights the importance of considering the broader context and challenges faced by these schools, such as the district's overall performance and ranking, when analyzing and interpreting the school-level metrics. Addressing the issues faced by these schools will likely require a multifaceted approach, including targeted interventions, resource allocation, and a deeper understanding of the unique circumstances and needs of these schools and their communities.
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