Summary:
The King-Chavez Community High District in San Diego, California, contains a single public charter high school, King-Chavez Community High, serving grades 9-12 with a total enrollment of 258 students.
King-Chavez Community High has faced significant academic challenges, with consistently low proficiency rates on state assessments that fall well below the statewide averages in English Language Arts/Literacy, Mathematics, and Science. The school's four-year graduation rate is 69.8%, and its dropout rate is 11.1%. Additionally, the school has a high chronic absenteeism rate of 33.5%, which likely contributes to its academic struggles. The school serves a student population with a very high percentage (95.35%) of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, indicating a high level of poverty in the community.
Over the past three years, King-Chavez Community High's statewide ranking has declined, suggesting the school is not keeping pace with improvements in other schools across California. To address these challenges, the school may need to implement more effective instructional strategies, provide targeted support and resources for students, and work to improve attendance and engagement. Addressing the root causes of the school's academic and socioeconomic challenges will be crucial for improving student outcomes and ensuring the school's long-term success.
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