Summary:
The Turlock Unified School District in California serves 14 schools, including 9 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 3 high schools. The district's schools display a range of academic performance, with some standout schools like Walnut Elementary Education Center and John H. Pitman High ranking among the top in the state, while others like Roselawn High face significant challenges.
Walnut Elementary Education Center stands out as a top-performing school, ranking in the top 20% of California elementary schools with consistently high performance across English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science assessments. In contrast, Roselawn High, the district's alternative high school, lags behind with significantly lower test scores, higher dropout rates, and much higher chronic absenteeism compared to the other high schools in the district.
The data also reveals a correlation between the socioeconomic status of students, as measured by free/reduced-price lunch rates, and academic performance. Schools with higher percentages of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, such as Crowell Elementary, tend to have lower test scores and higher chronic absenteeism rates. This suggests that the district may need to focus additional resources and support on addressing the unique needs of these schools and their student populations.
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