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 schools in this area exhibit a wide range of academic performance, with standout institutions like Mayfair High and Intensive Learning Center leading the way, while others like Buena Vista High struggle with low test scores and high dropout rates.
The data reveals significant variation in key metrics across the schools, including four-year graduation rates ranging from 72.7% at Buena Vista High to 99% at Odyssey STEM Academy. Chronic absenteeism is also a concern, with rates as high as 83.7% at Buena Vista High. Socioeconomic factors appear to play a role, as schools with higher percentages of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, like Melbourne (Ella P.) Elementary, tend to have lower academic performance.
Overall, the schools in Lakewood, California exhibit a diverse range of academic outcomes, with some institutions like Stephen Foster Elementary and Mayfair High standing out for their strong performance, while others face significant challenges in areas like graduation rates, chronic absenteeism, and overall academic proficiency.
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