Summary:
The city of Laguna Hills, California is home to 4 schools, including 3 elementary schools (Lomarena Elementary, Valencia Elementary, and San Joaquin Elementary) and 1 high school (Laguna Hills High). These schools serve students across various grade levels and are part of the Saddleback Valley Unified school district.
Among the standout schools, Valencia Elementary consistently performs above district and state averages on standardized tests, with over 70% of students proficient or better in English Language Arts and Mathematics. Laguna Hills High also stands out with a strong 96.5% four-year graduation rate and a low 1.2% dropout rate, despite its test scores being slightly below the district average. In contrast, San Joaquin Elementary has the lowest performance metrics among the elementary schools, but it serves a higher percentage of economically disadvantaged students, with 76.52% of its students receiving free or reduced-price lunch.
The data reveals significant differences in academic performance across the schools, with Valencia Elementary consistently outperforming the other elementary schools and Laguna Hills High outperforming the district and state averages. The schools with higher percentages of economically disadvantaged students tend to have lower test scores and higher chronic absenteeism rates, highlighting the importance of addressing socioeconomic factors in supporting student success.
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