Summary:
The city of La Habra, California is home to two high schools: La Habra High and Sonora High. These schools serve students in grades 9-12 and are part of the Fullerton Joint Union High School District.
Based on the data, Sonora High appears to be the standout school in this area. Sonora High is ranked in the top 10% of California high schools and has a 5-star rating from SchoolDigger, while La Habra High is ranked 757 out of 2,335 schools and has a 3-star rating. Sonora High also significantly outperforms the district and state averages in academic subjects, with 75.71% of 11th graders scoring proficient or better in English Language Arts compared to 67.28% for the district and 55.41% statewide. Additionally, Sonora High has a higher 4-year graduation rate and lower dropout rate than La Habra High.
Both schools serve a majority Hispanic student population, with a significant portion of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch. However, Sonora High has a more diverse student body, with higher percentages of Asian and White students compared to La Habra High. The schools also face challenges with relatively high chronic absenteeism rates, which may be an area for further investigation and intervention. Overall, the data suggests that Sonora High is providing a higher-quality education and better supporting student success compared to La Habra High, despite the schools serving similar communities.
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