Summary:
The Merced River Union Elementary district contains a single elementary school, Washington Elementary, serving students from kindergarten through 6th grade. While the school's academic performance is generally below the state averages, there are some areas where it stands out, both positively and negatively.
Washington Elementary's Smarter Balanced Assessment (SBA) proficiency rates in English Language Arts (ELA) and Mathematics are mixed, with some grade levels performing better than the state average and others significantly lower. For example, the school's 5th grade ELA proficiency rate was higher than the state, but its 6th grade Math proficiency rate was much lower. The school's Science proficiency on the California Science Test (CAST) is also below the state average. Overall, Washington Elementary is ranked in the middle of California elementary schools and has a 3 out of 5 star rating from SchoolDigger, indicating average performance.
Demographic and socioeconomic factors may play a role in the school's academic challenges, as Washington Elementary has a high percentage of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch, suggesting a relatively low-income student population. Additionally, the school's student-teacher ratio is higher than the state average, potentially leading to larger class sizes. While the school faces these obstacles, there may be opportunities for improvement in instructional practices, curriculum, and resource allocation to better support student learning and academic growth.
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