Our School Accountability Report Card (SARC)

Each year, every California public school publishes a School Accountability Report Card (SARC) so families can see how the school is doing. Here are some highlights from Penngrove's most recent report.

Big gains in math and science: In 2024-25, 49% of Penngrove students met or exceeded state standards in math, up from 40% the year before and above both the district (43%) and state (37%) averages. Science results rose from 21% to 30%. In English language arts, 47% of students met or exceeded standards, matching the district average.

Support for every learner: Penngrove's Learning Center gives students small-group, targeted instruction. Students are supported by two full-time resource specialists, a reading specialist, a speech-language specialist, guidance counselors, a student advisor, and six instructional assistants. The program also includes PE, visual and performing arts, and garden and environmental education. Every student has their own copy of the core textbooks and instructional materials.

A historic campus: Founded in 1926, Penngrove is the district's oldest campus. The original building has been modernized and retrofitted for earthquake safety. The school earned an overall rating of Good in its most recent state facilities inspection.

Safe and supportive: Penngrove had no expulsions, and its suspension rate fell from 3.3% to 2.1%, below the district and state rates. Students practice fire, earthquake, secure-the-campus, and lockdown drills every month. Grades 4-6 have the StopIt app for anonymous reporting, and every classroom reinforces three expectations: Be Safe, Be Respectful, Be Responsible.

A community that pitches in: Families volunteer in classrooms, chaperone field trips, help at recess through Recess Renaissance, coach sports coaching, and serve on the PTA and School Site Council. Families who can't volunteer during the day can help with classroom prep at home. Champions runs an on-site after-school program.

Where we're focused: About 13% of students were chronically absent in 2024-25, meaning they missed 10% or more of the school year. Improving attendance is part of our School Plan for Student Achievement.