Summary:
The New Designs Charter District consists of a single school, New Designs Charter, a grades 6-12 high school serving 784 students in Los Angeles, where over 80% qualify for free or reduced-price lunch.
This school presents a complex academic picture, with overall test scores below state averages but a standout strength: its 11th graders significantly outperform the state in both English and Math. This suggests effective preparation for college and careers for students who persist. However, middle school grades, particularly in math, struggle well below state standards, indicating a critical area for support. The school maintains a solid 86.8% graduation rate, though its dropout rate is higher than the state average.
Notably, the school has shown consistent improvement, rising in statewide rankings over recent years. It also manages a chronic absenteeism rate better than the state average, meaning students are regularly attending. Key questions for parents may involve understanding the programs that drive the remarkable 11th-grade success and how the school supports its middle school students to build stronger foundations for the later grades.
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