Summary:
The Orange County Academy of Sciences and Arts District contains one elementary school, Orange County Academy of Sciences and Arts, serving grades K-5 in Laguna Niguel, which consistently outperforms state averages across all subjects.
This specialized school demonstrates exceptional strength in science, with 65.8% of students proficient—double the state average—while also excelling in English (67.8% proficient) and math (63.6% proficient). Student attendance is strong, with a chronic absenteeism rate of 12.4%, significantly better than the statewide average of 19.4%. The school is part of the highly-ranked Orange County Academy of Sciences and Arts District, which is in the 90th percentile of all California districts, providing a supportive framework for its success.
While the school's statewide ranking has seen some natural variation in recent years, it maintains a 4-star rating. A notable point for improvement is a dip in 4th-grade math scores compared to other grades, which may be an area of focus. Overall, the school effectively uses its resources to deliver high academic outcomes, particularly living up to its science and arts focus within a stable and high-achieving district environment.
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