Summary:
The Anaheim Union High school district includes 13 public high schools serving grades 7-12 in Anaheim, California, with a mix of large traditional campuses, a top-ranked academy, and smaller alternative programs, where overall academic performance is average for the state but graduation rates are strong.
There is a dramatic range in school performance within the district. Oxford Academy is a clear standout, ranking among the very best schools in California with exceptional test scores and near-perfect graduation, while comprehensive schools like Cypress High and John F. Kennedy High also perform well above average. On the other end, Gilbert High (Continuation) and Loara High face significant academic challenges, with math proficiency being a particular area of need across most schools in the district.
Key factors influencing these outcomes include chronic absenteeism, which is much lower at the higher-performing schools, and a surprising lack of correlation between high per-student spending and strong results. The district's overall graduation rate exceeds the state average, indicating success in keeping students enrolled, and the Cambridge Virtual Academy shows the potential of alternative models with its strong ranking and perfect attendance.
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