Summary:
Ducor Union Elementary is the sole public elementary school serving grades K-8 in the Ducor Union Elementary School District in Ducor, California. With a total enrollment of 138 students, the school has consistently ranked in the bottom 5% of California elementary schools over the past three years, indicating significant academic challenges.
Ducor Union Elementary has consistently underperformed on standardized tests, with proficiency rates in English Language Arts/Literacy, Mathematics, and Science well below the state averages. The school's performance on the California Science Test (CAST) is particularly concerning, with proficiency rates ranging from 0% to 13.33% compared to the state average of 28.95% to 32.68%. Additionally, the school has a high rate of chronic absenteeism at 31.3%, significantly higher than the state average.
The data suggests that Ducor Union Elementary faces significant challenges in terms of academic achievement, student demographics, and attendance. The high percentage of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch, at 60.87%, indicates that the school may be serving a population with significant socioeconomic challenges, which could be contributing to the low academic performance. Addressing these issues will likely require a comprehensive, data-driven approach that provides targeted support and resources to improve student outcomes.
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