Folsom-Cordova Unified

The Folsom-Cordova Unified School District in California serves over 20,000 students across 34 schools, including 22 elementary schools, 4 middle schools, 6 high schools, and 2 alternative schools. The district is known for its strong academic performance, with several standout schools like Vista del Lago High School, Folsom High School, and top-performing elementary schools such as Russell Ranch Elementary, Mangini Ranch Elementary, and Sandra J. Gallardo Elementary.

The district's high schools demonstrate a wide range of performance, with graduation rates varying from 60.4% at Kinney High (Continuation) to 98.6% at Vista del Lago High. Similarly, dropout rates range from 0.5% at Vista del Lago High to 14.6% at Kinney High. The district's middle schools, such as Sutter Middle and Folsom Middle, also stand out with strong academic performance.

While the district has several high-performing schools, there are also significant disparities in student outcomes, with some schools, like Kinney High (Continuation) and Prospect Community Day, facing challenges with low test scores, high dropout rates, and high chronic absenteeism. Understanding the factors contributing to these performance gaps and implementing targeted interventions could help ensure all students in the Folsom-Cordova Unified School District have access to a high-quality education.