Summary:
The city of Lakewood, California is home to 20 schools spanning 14 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 5 high schools across 4 different school districts: Long Beach Unified, Bellflower Unified, ABC Unified, and Paramount Unified. The data reveals stark contrasts in academic performance between the highest and lowest-performing schools, with some standout schools like Cleveland Elementary and Odyssey STEM Academy excelling, while others like Buena Vista High struggle with low proficiency rates.
The high schools in Lakewood have a wide range of 4-year graduation rates, from 72.7% at Buena Vista High to 99% at Odyssey STEM Academy. Dropout rates also vary significantly, from 1% at Mayfair High and Odyssey STEM Academy to 19.6% at Buena Vista High. Chronic absenteeism is a concern across many schools, ranging from 15.2% at Odyssey STEM Academy to 83.7% at Buena Vista High.
The data suggests potential equity issues, with high-poverty schools generally underperforming their more affluent counterparts. For example, Cleveland Elementary has over 80% proficiency in English Language Arts and Mathematics, while Buena Vista High struggles with single-digit proficiency rates. This highlights the need for targeted interventions and support to ensure all students have access to a quality education, regardless of their school district or socioeconomic background.
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