Summary:
The Pleasant Valley school district in California serves 11 schools, including 9 elementary schools and 2 middle schools. The district's academic performance is mixed, with some standout schools like La Mariposa Elementary and Santa Rosa Technology Magnet consistently ranking among the top in the state, while others struggle to meet state standards.
La Mariposa Elementary and Santa Rosa Technology Magnet are the district's top performers, with high test scores, low chronic absenteeism, and relatively low rates of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch. In contrast, schools like Pleasant Valley School of Engineering and Arts have lower test scores and higher chronic absenteeism and free/reduced lunch rates. The district as a whole outperforms the state average, but there is significant variation in academic outcomes between the highest and lowest-performing schools.
Addressing chronic absenteeism and the correlation between socioeconomic factors and academic performance could be key to improving outcomes across the district. By learning from the practices of the top-performing schools and targeting the unique challenges faced by the lower-performing schools, the Pleasant Valley school district has the potential to raise the overall level of student achievement and ensure more equitable opportunities for all students.
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