Jefferson Union High


Summary:

The Jefferson Union High school district in California encompasses 5 high schools, serving students in grades 9-12. The data reveals a mix of high-performing and lower-performing schools within the district, with standout schools like Westmoor High, Oceana High, and Terra Nova High consistently ranking among the top 500 high schools in California. However, Thornton High stands out as the lowest-performing school in the district, with significantly lower graduation rates, higher dropout rates, and much lower test scores compared to the other schools.

The top-performing schools, Westmoor High, Oceana High, and Terra Nova High, maintain high 4-year graduation rates, low dropout rates, and excel in standardized test scores, outperforming the district and state averages. These schools could serve as models for best practices that could be replicated at other schools in the district. In contrast, Thornton High faces significant challenges, with a 66.7% 4-year graduation rate, a 17.3% dropout rate, and much lower proficiency rates in English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science.

Across the district, the data reveals a wide range of performance, with factors such as chronic absenteeism, socioeconomic status, and student-teacher ratios potentially contributing to the disparities. Addressing the unique challenges faced by Thornton High and implementing targeted interventions to support student success should be a priority for the district, ensuring equitable educational opportunities for all students.

District Detail

 699 Serramonte Blvd. Ste.100
Daly City, CA 94015-4132

 (650) 550-7900

SchoolDigger Rank:
518th of 1568 California districts

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Grades served: 9-12
Students: 3,812

Primary Schools: 0
Middle Schools: 0
High Schools: 5
Alternative Schools: 0
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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the California Department of Education.

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