Summary:
The City of Industry, California is home to two schools - one middle school and one high school. Based on the available data, the schools in this area are struggling academically, with both William Workman High School and Torch Middle School performing well below state and district averages on standardized tests.
William Workman High School has consistently low proficiency rates, with only 40.44% of 11th graders proficient in ELA and 21.62% proficient in Math. Torch Middle School also struggles academically, with proficiency rates ranging from 12.5% to 42.48% across different grade levels and subject areas. Both schools have high percentages of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch, indicating significant socioeconomic challenges faced by the student population.
The data also reveals high chronic absenteeism rates at both schools, which may be contributing to the low academic performance. Overall, the City of Industry lacks high-performing schools, and the two schools in the area could benefit from targeted interventions and support to improve student outcomes. Addressing the root causes of the low performance, such as socioeconomic factors and chronic absenteeism, will be crucial for enhancing educational opportunities in the city.
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