Summary:
The 95121 zip code area of San Jose, California is home to 8 schools, including 7 elementary schools and 1 high school. The data reveals stark differences in academic performance among these schools, with some standouts like James Franklin Smith Elementary and Cadwallader Elementary consistently ranking among the top in the state, while others like Stonegate Elementary and O.B. Whaley Elementary struggle with lower test scores and higher chronic absenteeism.
The top-performing schools, James Franklin Smith Elementary and Cadwallader Elementary, boast exceptional test scores, with over 80% of students proficient or better in English Language Arts and Mathematics. In contrast, the lower-performing schools have many grades with proficiency rates below 50%. The lone high school, Silver Creek High, stands out with a strong 94.4% four-year graduation rate and solid test scores that outperform the district and state averages.
The data also reveals a potential correlation between socioeconomic status and academic performance, with schools serving higher percentages of students from low-income families tending to have lower test scores and higher chronic absenteeism. Additionally, the Evergreen Elementary district schools consistently outperform the Franklin-McKinley Elementary district schools on various metrics, highlighting the need for targeted interventions and support to ensure equitable educational opportunities for all students in the 95121 zip code area.
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