Summary:
The Santa Monica Boulevard Community Charter District in Los Angeles contains one elementary school, Santa Monica Boulevard Community Charter, serving grades K-6 with nearly 700 students, most of whom come from economically disadvantaged backgrounds.
Santa Monica Boulevard Community Charter shows a remarkable pattern of student growth, with test scores improving dramatically between third and sixth grade; by sixth grade, students outperform state averages in both English and math. This is supported by an exceptionally low chronic absenteeism rate of under 4%, indicating a strong, engaging school culture. However, early grade scores and science proficiency remain areas for improvement.
Overall, the school maintains a consistent middle-of-the-pack state ranking and a 2-star rating. With per-student spending above the state average and a moderate student-teacher ratio, the school leverages its resources to foster significant academic progress by the time students reach the upper elementary grades, presenting a profile of a school that helps students achieve strong outcomes despite socioeconomic challenges.
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