Summary:
The city of South El Monte, California is home to 3 schools serving students from elementary through high school. The data reveals a mix of performance across the schools, with some standout performers and areas for improvement. South El Monte High School has a 84.9% four-year graduation rate but lags behind district and state averages in core academic proficiency. In contrast, New Temple Elementary and Dean L. Shively Middle School outperform their peers in English Language Arts and Mathematics, earning 3-star ratings from SchoolDigger.
The schools in South El Monte face socioeconomic challenges, with a high percentage of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch. This factor may contribute to the relatively high chronic absenteeism rates across the district, ranging from 26.9% to 34.8%. While New Temple Elementary and Dean L. Shively Middle School demonstrate strengths, South El Monte High School has room for improvement in core academic areas to better support student achievement.
Overall, the schools in the El Monte Union High and Valle Lindo Elementary districts in South El Monte maintain a consistent 3-star rating, indicating they are performing at a similar level compared to other schools in the state. However, the data highlights the need for continued efforts to address the socioeconomic challenges faced by the community and implement strategies to improve student outcomes, particularly at the high school level.
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