Summary:
The 93291 zip code in Visalia, California is home to 18 schools, including 12 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, 3 high schools, and 1 alternative school. The schools in this area serve a diverse student population, with Hispanic students making up the majority at most schools. While some schools, like Oak Grove Elementary, Denton Elementary, and Shannon Ranch Elementary, are high-performing with 60-80% of students proficient in core subjects, others, such as Goshen Elementary and Houston Elementary, struggle with only 7-27% proficiency rates.
The data reveals a significant performance gap between the top and lowest-performing schools, which is likely correlated with socioeconomic status, as the schools with the highest percentages of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch tend to have the lowest test scores and academic outcomes. Additionally, high rates of chronic absenteeism, especially at the secondary level, are a major concern that likely contributes to the low performance at some schools.
To address these challenges, the Visalia Unified and Crescent Valley Public Charter II District will need to implement targeted interventions and support, tailored to the specific needs of each school community, to ensure equitable access to high-quality education for all students in the 93291 zip code.
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