Petaluma Joint Union High

The Petaluma Joint Union High School District consists of 10 schools, including 1 elementary school, 3 middle schools, and 6 high schools. The district serves the Petaluma area and has a mix of traditional public schools, charter schools, and alternative/continuation high schools. The data reveals a range of performance across the district, with some standout schools like Petaluma Accelerated Charter and Casa Grande High demonstrating exceptional test scores and other metrics, while some alternative and continuation high schools struggle with lower graduation rates and higher dropout and chronic absenteeism.

The charter schools in the district, Petaluma Accelerated Charter and Mary Collins Charter School at Cherry Valley, stand out with their high rankings, 5-star and 4-star ratings, and impressive test scores. In contrast, the alternative and continuation high schools, such as San Antonio High (Continuation), have significantly lower performance metrics, highlighting the challenges faced by students in these programs and the need for additional support.

Overall, the Petaluma Joint Union High School District demonstrates a wide range of performance, with some schools excelling and others struggling. The data suggests the need for a closer examination of best practices and resource allocation across the district to ensure all students have access to a high-quality education.