Summary:
The Puente Charter District consists of a single elementary school, Puente Charter, serving about 300 students in grades K-5 in the Los Angeles area (90033).
As the only school in its district, Puente Charter serves a community with high economic need, with over 84% of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch. Academically, the school's proficiency rates in English, math, and science are below the state averages, with a notable decline in math performance as students move into the upper elementary grades. However, the school maintains a chronic absenteeism rate slightly better than the state average, which is a positive indicator of student engagement.
A significant finding is the school's dramatic drop in statewide ranking, falling from the 68th percentile to the 40th percentile in the most recent year. This decline warrants attention, though the school has shown volatility in its rankings in past years. With per-student spending above $20,000, parents may want to understand how resources are being allocated, particularly to address challenges in math and science instruction and to support the school's high-need student population.
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