Summary:
The city of Lynwood, California is home to 19 schools, including 13 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 4 high schools, all part of the Lynwood Unified School District. The district is ranked 1261 out of 1560 districts in California and is rated 1 star out of 5 by SchoolDigger.
Among the standout schools in Lynwood are Washington Elementary, which has the highest performance among the elementary schools with significantly higher proficiency rates in English Language Arts and Mathematics compared to the district and state averages. Roosevelt Elementary has the lowest student-teacher ratio (20.5) among the elementary schools, which may contribute to its relatively better performance. At the high school level, Vista High has the lowest student-teacher ratio (16.4), which could help explain its relatively better performance, while Pathway Independent Study has the highest student-teacher ratio (33.1) among the high schools, which may be a factor in its lower academic performance.
The schools in Lynwood face significant challenges, including high rates of chronic absenteeism, ranging from 25.0% at Hosler Middle to 84.8% at Vista High. Additionally, the majority of the schools have high percentages of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, suggesting the district faces significant socioeconomic challenges that may impact student learning and achievement. The data highlights the need for the Lynwood Unified School District to implement targeted interventions and support to address the disparities in performance and the widespread challenges across the schools.
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