Summary:
Johnstonville Elementary is the sole elementary school located in the Johnstonville Elementary district in Susanville, California. This small school serves grades K-8 and has a student population of just 198 students. While the school previously ranked in the top 35% of California elementary schools, its statewide ranking has declined in recent years, now placing it in the top 59% of schools statewide.
Johnstonville Elementary faces several challenges, including below-average standardized test scores, with most grade levels scoring under 50% proficiency in English Language Arts, Math, and Science. The school also has a high chronic absenteeism rate of 16.6%, which could be contributing to the academic struggles. Additionally, over 57% of Johnstonville Elementary's students are eligible for free or reduced-price lunch, indicating significant socioeconomic challenges that may impact student learning and achievement.
The unusual grade span of K-8 at Johnstonville Elementary district could also present unique challenges in terms of curriculum, instruction, and student transitions. The district and school administrators should closely examine these issues and develop targeted strategies to address the academic and attendance concerns, as well as the socioeconomic factors impacting student success.
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