Summary:
The Soledad Unified school district in California serves 9 schools, including 5 elementary schools, 1 middle school, 2 high schools, and 1 alternative school. The district's schools serve a population with significant socioeconomic challenges, as evidenced by the high percentages of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch, ranging from 71.81% to 86.65%.
Within the district, a few schools stand out in their performance. Rose Ferrero Elementary and Frank Ledesma Elementary consistently perform above the district and state averages on standardized test scores in English Language Arts and Mathematics. In contrast, the district's high schools, Soledad High and Pinnacles High, have varying graduation rates and dropout rates, with Soledad High performing better than Pinnacles High.
Chronic absenteeism is a significant concern across the district, with rates ranging from 18.3% at Soledad High to 75.3% at Pinnacles High. This issue, coupled with the socioeconomic challenges faced by the district, suggests the need for targeted interventions and support systems to address the performance gaps between schools and improve overall student outcomes.
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