Summary:
The 93940 zip code area of Monterey, California is home to 5 schools, including 3 elementary schools, 1 high school, and 1 alternative school. These schools are part of the Monterey Peninsula Unified School District, except for the two charter schools, Bay View Academy and Big Sur Charter.
Among the standout schools in this area, Monterey High School ranks in the top 25% of California high schools, with a 96.9% 4-year graduation rate and a low 2.8% dropout rate. It also outperforms the district and state averages in English Language Arts and Mathematics proficiency. Similarly, La Mesa Elementary is consistently ranked in the top 25% of California elementary schools and significantly outperforms the district and state in academic proficiency. The Big Sur Charter school also stands out with an exceptionally low 1% chronic absenteeism rate and strong academic performance.
In contrast, the performance of Monte Vista and Bay View Academy is more mixed, with some grade levels exceeding the district and state averages, while others underperforming. Additionally, the schools in this area have varying rates of free/reduced lunch recipients, ranging from 28.01% at La Mesa Elementary to 46.51% at Bay View Academy, suggesting that socioeconomic factors may play a role in student outcomes.
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