Escondido Union

The Escondido Union school district in California serves 24 schools, including 18 elementary schools and 6 middle schools. The district exhibits a wide range of academic performance, with several standout high-performing schools as well as lower-performing schools that face challenges.

Among the top-performing schools in the district are L.R. Green Elementary, Bernardo Elementary, and Reidy Creek Elementary, all of which rank in the top 25% of California elementary schools and have strong test scores. At the middle school level, Quantum Academy stands out, ranking in the top 25% of California middle schools with very high test scores.

However, the district also faces significant challenges, with several schools exhibiting high chronic absenteeism rates and high percentages of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, indicating high levels of economic disadvantage. These factors appear to correlate with lower academic performance, suggesting the need for the district to address disparities in resources and opportunities for students. Addressing attendance issues and supporting economically disadvantaged students will be crucial for improving educational equity and outcomes across the Escondido Union school district.