Summary:
The Orange Unified school district in California is home to 4 middle schools, serving students in grades 6-8. The data analysis reveals significant performance differences among these schools, with El Rancho Charter standing out as the top-performing middle school in the district.
El Rancho Charter consistently ranks among the top 20% of middle schools in California, earning a 5-star rating from SchoolDigger. Its students significantly outperform the district and state averages on standardized tests across all subject areas and grade levels. In contrast, Portola Middle and Yorba Middle appear to be the lower-performing schools in the district, with consistently low rankings and test scores well below the district and state averages.
The data also suggests a potential correlation between socioeconomic status and academic performance, as the schools with the highest percentages of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch (Portola Middle and Yorba Middle) also have the lowest test scores and the highest chronic absenteeism rates. Additionally, the student-teacher ratio at El Rancho Charter is notably higher than the other schools, indicating that factors beyond just class size may contribute to a school's success.
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