Summary:
The 91945 zip code area of Lemon Grove, California is home to 7 schools, including 6 elementary schools and 1 middle school, all part of the Lemon Grove school district. While the district as a whole is ranked 973 out of 1,568 districts in California and rated 2 out of 5 stars by SchoolDigger, a few standout schools in the area demonstrate stronger academic performance.
Mt. Vernon Elementary ranks the highest among the elementary schools, ranking 2,631 out of 5,862 California elementary schools and receiving a 3-star rating. It also has the highest proficiency rates in English Language Arts and Mathematics compared to the other schools in the area. Monterey Heights Elementary and Lemon Grove Academy Elementary also stand out, ranking 3,566 and 3,405 respectively among California elementary schools and receiving 2-star ratings.
However, the data also reveals significant variation in school performance, with some schools struggling to meet state and district averages in areas like English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science proficiency. Additionally, chronic absenteeism rates range widely, from 29.9% at Monterey Heights Elementary to 61.4% at Lemon Grove Early Childhood Education Center, which may be impacting student learning and achievement. The data suggests the need for targeted interventions and support systems to address the specific challenges faced by lower-performing schools and ensure more equitable educational opportunities for all students in the Lemon Grove district.
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