Laguna Beach Unified

The Laguna Beach Unified School District is home to four exceptional schools, including two elementary schools (Top of the World Elementary and El Morro Elementary), one middle school (Thurston Middle), and one high school (Laguna Beach High). These schools consistently rank among the top in California, with Laguna Beach High and Top of the World Elementary standing out as particularly impressive.

Laguna Beach High is a standout, ranking 127th out of 2,335 California high schools and boasting a 97.1% four-year graduation rate. The school's students significantly outperform the state average in Smarter Balanced Assessments for both English Language Arts/Literacy and Mathematics. Similarly, Top of the World Elementary is ranked 157th out of 5,848 California elementary schools, with consistently high performance on Smarter Balanced Assessments across grades 3-5.

While the Laguna Beach Unified School District as a whole is ranked 40th out of 1,560 districts in California, the data also reveals some areas for potential improvement. The student population across the district is predominantly white, with relatively low representation of minority groups. Additionally, chronic absenteeism rates vary, with El Morro Elementary having a higher rate compared to the other schools. Addressing these disparities could help the district maintain its excellence and ensure equitable opportunities for all students.