Summary:
The 92780 zip code area of Tustin, California is home to 12 schools, including 6 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, 2 high schools, and 2 alternative schools. While the Tustin Unified School District as a whole performs well, there is significant variability in academic performance among the individual schools in this area.
Tustin High School stands out as a top performer, consistently ranking in the top 30% of California high schools and boasting a strong 96.1% 4-year graduation rate. In contrast, Sycamore Magnet Academy struggles academically, ranking in the bottom 10% of California elementary schools, despite serving a high-need population with 84.39% of students qualifying for free/reduced lunch. The alternative public virtual school, Tustin Connect, also impresses with its high academic performance, with 69.84% of 11th graders proficient in ELA and 31.67% proficient in math - well above the district and state averages.
Chronic absenteeism is a significant concern across the district, with rates ranging from 18.8% at Tustin High to over 75% at Hillview High (Continuation). This issue, along with the wide disparities in academic achievement, highlights the need for targeted support and resources to address the unique challenges faced by the diverse student populations in this area.
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