Summary:
The 94523 zip code area of Pleasant Hill, California is home to 11 schools that are part of the Mt. Diablo Unified School District. This diverse set of schools includes 6 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, 2 high schools, and 1 alternative school, serving students from kindergarten through 12th grade.
The data reveals a wide range of academic performance across the schools in this area. College Park High School and Sequoia Middle School stand out as high-performing institutions, consistently ranking in the top 25% of California schools in their respective categories. These schools boast strong academic metrics, with high proficiency rates in English Language Arts and Mathematics. In contrast, the alternative and continuation high schools, Horizons School: Independent Study and Prospect High (Continuation), have significantly lower graduation rates, higher dropout rates, and much higher chronic absenteeism compared to the traditional high school.
The data also highlights the importance of examining individual school performance rather than relying solely on district-level metrics. While the Mt. Diablo Unified School District is ranked 789 out of 1,568 school districts in California and has a 2-star rating, the 94523 zip code area contains both high-performing and low-performing schools. This underscores the need for parents to research and understand the specific strengths and challenges of each school in their local area to make informed decisions about their children's education.
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