Summary:
The 93906 zip code area of Salinas, California is home to 23 schools across three different school districts, serving students from elementary through high school. The data reveals significant disparities in academic performance, graduation rates, and other key metrics across these schools, suggesting that students in this area may not have equal access to quality education.
Some standout schools in the area include Creekside Elementary (Alisal Union) and New Republic Elementary (Santa Rita Union Elementary), which have relatively strong academic performance and higher statewide rankings compared to other elementary schools in the 93906 zip code. At the high school level, Rancho San Juan High (Salinas Union High) stands out with a higher statewide ranking and better performance on standardized tests.
However, the data also reveals significant challenges faced by many of the schools in this area. Graduation rates range from a low of 22.5% at El Puente to a high of 90.8% at North Salinas High, and chronic absenteeism is a major issue at several schools. Additionally, the majority of the schools serve communities with high levels of economic disadvantage, as indicated by the high percentages of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch. Addressing these disparities will require a multifaceted approach that considers the unique needs and circumstances of each school and community.
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