Summary:
The Aspire Antonio Maria Lugo Academy District in Huntington Park contains a single elementary school, Aspire Antonio Maria Lugo Academy, serving grades K-6 with 407 students in a high-needs community where over 95% qualify for free or reduced-price lunch.
Aspire Antonio Maria Lugo Academy is a school on a clear upward trajectory, having significantly improved its statewide ranking from the 30th percentile to the 53rd percentile over the last three years. While its overall test scores in English and Math are slightly below the California average, it shows notable strengths, with its 4th and 5th graders scoring above the state average in English Language Arts. This progress is particularly impressive given the economic challenges faced by most of its students.
Key areas for attention include a chronic absenteeism rate of 24.5%, which is higher than the state average and can impact learning. The school benefits from substantial resources, spending over $22,000 per student, which appears to support its positive academic trend. For parents, this school represents a rapidly improving option within its community, demonstrating effective strategies in upper-grade literacy and a strong commitment to student growth.
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