Summary:
The Firebaugh-Las Deltas Unified school district contains a single middle school, Firebaugh Middle, which serves students in grades 6-8. The data reveals that Firebaugh Middle has consistently performed below state averages on standardized tests, with proficiency rates significantly lower than the state in all subject areas and grade levels.
Firebaugh Middle has ranked in the bottom half of California middle schools, with only 28.6% of students proficient or better in English Language Arts/Literacy and just 12.23% proficient or better in mathematics, compared to state averages of 47.04% and 35.54%, respectively. Science proficiency rates are also low, with only 12.57% of 8th-grade students scoring proficient or better, compared to the state average of 28.95%. The school also has a high percentage of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch, at 91.63%, and a chronic absenteeism rate of 11.1%, which is higher than the state average.
While the data paints a concerning picture of Firebaugh Middle's performance, it also highlights opportunities for the school and district to implement targeted strategies and interventions to improve student outcomes. Addressing the specific challenges faced by the school, such as high poverty levels and chronic absenteeism, could lead to meaningful progress and better educational opportunities for the students of Firebaugh Middle.
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