Summary:
The San Luis Obispo County Office of Education district in California serves 4 schools, including 3 high schools and 1 alternative school. The data reveals significant challenges faced by these schools, particularly in terms of academic achievement, attendance, and socioeconomic factors.
The largest school, Grizzly ChalleNGe Charter, stands out with the highest 4-year graduation rate but also the highest dropout and chronic absenteeism rates. Meanwhile, San Luis Obispo County Community has the second-highest graduation rate but the highest chronic absenteeism. The smallest school, San Luis County Special Education, serves a population with significant socioeconomic challenges, as evidenced by the high percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch.
Across the district, the schools consistently perform well below the county and state averages in English Language Arts, Math, and Science proficiency. This suggests a need for targeted interventions and support to improve student learning outcomes. Addressing the underlying causes of high chronic absenteeism and dropout rates should also be a priority for the district.
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