Summary:
The city of Cudahy, California is home to 5 schools, including 4 elementary schools and 1 alternative school. These schools serve a predominantly low-income, non-white student population, presenting unique challenges and resource needs.
Among the Cudahy schools, Jaime Escalante Elementary stands out as a relative bright spot, with the highest statewide ranking, strongest academic performance, and the highest proficiency rates in English Language Arts and Mathematics compared to the other Cudahy schools and the Los Angeles Unified district averages. In contrast, the alternative Elizabeth Learning Center has a high 4-year graduation rate but also struggles with high chronic absenteeism.
Overall, the Cudahy schools face significant challenges, including a complete lack of racial/ethnic diversity, extremely high rates of economic disadvantage, and concerning chronic absenteeism rates that likely contribute to the generally low academic performance across the district. Targeted interventions and support may be necessary to address these issues and improve outcomes for students in Cudahy.
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