Summary:
The La Habra City Elementary School District in California is home to two middle schools, Washington Middle and Imperial Middle, both serving grades 6-8. While the schools share similarities in their high percentages of Hispanic/Latino students and students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch, Washington Middle stands out as the higher-performing of the two, with stronger academic outcomes in English Language Arts and Science compared to both Imperial Middle and the overall La Habra City Elementary district.
Both schools face challenges, with low Mathematics proficiency rates well below the state average. However, Washington Middle has a higher statewide ranking, placing in the top 1,174 out of 2,788 California middle schools, while Imperial Middle ranks 1,603. Additionally, Washington Middle boasts a 0.0% chronic absenteeism rate, suggesting strong student attendance, which can be a positive factor for academic achievement.
Overall, the data provides a nuanced picture of the middle schools in the La Habra City Elementary district, highlighting the strengths and challenges faced by these schools serving predominantly economically disadvantaged and minority populations. While there is room for improvement, particularly in Mathematics, Washington Middle stands out as the higher-performing option in the district.
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