Summary:
The 95112 zip code area of San Jose, California is home to 9 schools, including 5 elementary schools, 3 middle schools, and 1 high school. The data reveals a wide range of academic performance across these schools, with some standout performers as well as those struggling to meet benchmarks.
Shirakawa (George Senior) Elementary stands out as the top-performing elementary school, with higher proficiency rates in English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science compared to district and state averages. The Muwekma Ohlone Middle school also performs well above the middle school average, while the ACE Inspire Academy and ACE Esperanza Middle charter schools demonstrate relatively higher performance compared to their peers.
However, the data also highlights significant challenges faced by some schools, particularly those serving high-poverty populations. Schools with higher percentages of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch, such as Lowell Elementary and the ACE charter schools, tend to have lower academic performance. Additionally, chronic absenteeism is a concern across several schools, with one high school, San Jose Conservation Corps Charter, reporting a concerning 66.1% chronic absenteeism rate.
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