Summary:
The 95050 zip code area of Santa Clara, California is home to 6 schools, including 4 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 alternative school. The data reveals a diverse set of schools in this area, with some high-performing institutions and others struggling to meet the needs of their students.
At the top of the pack is Washington Open Elementary, which consistently ranks among the top elementary schools in the state with a 5-star rating. It boasts the highest test scores in the area, with over 70% of students proficient or better in English Language Arts and Mathematics, as well as a low chronic absenteeism rate of 12.9%. Another standout is Westwood Elementary, which ranks in the top 25% of California elementary schools and has strong test scores and a relatively low chronic absenteeism rate. The lone middle school, Buchser Middle, also performs well, ranking in the top 28% of middle schools in the state.
In contrast, Scott Lane Elementary and Wilson Alternative stand out as underperforming schools. Scott Lane ranks in the bottom 25% of California elementary schools, with very low test scores, high chronic absenteeism, and a high percentage of students receiving free/reduced lunch. Wilson Alternative, as an alternative school, has significantly lower graduation rates and higher dropout rates compared to the district and state average, as well as below-average test scores. These disparities highlight the need to understand and address the factors contributing to the performance gap between the top and bottom schools in the Santa Clara Unified School District.
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