Martinez Unified

The Martinez Unified school district in California serves 8 schools, including 4 elementary schools, 1 middle school, 2 high schools, and 1 alternative school. The district as a whole is ranked 588 out of 1,568 school districts in the state and is rated 3 out of 5 stars by SchoolDigger.

Within the district, a few schools stand out for their exceptional performance. Morello Park Elementary consistently ranks among the top elementary schools in California, with a 5-star rating from SchoolDigger and 60-75% of students proficient or better in English Language Arts and Mathematics. Another high-performing elementary school is John Swett Elementary, which has a 4-star rating and strong test scores, particularly in 4th grade. At the high school level, Alhambra Senior High stands out with a 4-star rating, a high 4-year graduation rate of 97.3%, and relatively strong test scores.

However, the data also reveals significant disparities in performance across the district. While the top-performing elementary schools excel, the alternative and continuation high schools, such as Briones and Vicente Martinez High, struggle with lower test scores and higher chronic absenteeism rates. Addressing these challenges and ensuring equitable access to resources for all students will be crucial for the district to continue improving student outcomes.