Needs Projection Based on Demographics
In order to reflect the demographic diversity of the local community, Charter Schools should track demographic data and design programs that are responsive to the needs of the students.
Demographics consist of numbers and types of need for students who may have needs as:
- English Language Learners
- Students served by Special Education
- Students who score in the Gifted and Talented Education (GATE) ranges
- Students with unique preferences and needs/behavior &/or low credits &/or low skills
- Middle School - Getting the right start toward academic proficiency to pass CAHSEE
- High School - student centered planning for transition to adult life
AVCS-Specific Demographics 2006-2007
Student population consists of 56% female students / 44% male students, in the following racial breakdown: |
White |
65% (Includes 35% Russian/Ukrainian) |
Hispanic |
25% |
African American |
5% |
Asian |
4% |
American Indian |
1% |
37% of student population is English Learners (32% Russian/Ukrainian, 5% Hispanic) 5% of AVCS student population receives RSP (Special Education) services |
Needs Projection Based on Performance Data
Performance data is tracked to determine programmatic needs:
API/AYP
2005 API score of 608 - LEA average 749
Met 16 of 16 AYP Criteria in 2005
93.8% graduation rate
STAR
16% of students scored at or above the proficient level on the 2004 E/LA
California Standards Test
37% of students scored at or above the proficient level on the 2004 Math California Standards Test
CAHSEE
95% of 12th grade students have passed the E/LA portion
90% of 12th grade students have passed the Math portion
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