Summary:
The 9 schools in zip code 95833 serve a diverse range of students, with 7 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school spread across the Twin Rivers Unified and Natomas Unified school districts. While some schools like Leroy Greene Academy and Two Rivers Elementary are standout performers, others like Jefferson and Rio Tierra Junior High struggle with low test scores and high chronic absenteeism.
The data reveals stark disparities in academic achievement across the schools, with some institutions like Leroy Greene Academy and Two Rivers Elementary consistently ranking in the top half of California schools, while others fall in the bottom half. This suggests significant inequities in educational opportunities and resources across the district. Additionally, many schools serve economically disadvantaged populations, with free/reduced lunch rates ranging from 44.43% to 90.34%, which likely contributes to the challenges faced by these institutions.
Addressing the high chronic absenteeism rates at several schools, which reach as high as 40.3% at Bannon Creek, should be a priority, as this issue likely has a negative impact on student learning and outcomes. The data also indicates that the charter school model may provide some advantages, as the two charter schools, Smythe Academy and Leroy Greene Academy, appear to be outperforming their traditional public school counterparts.
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