Summary:
The Rosemead Elementary district consists of five public schools serving grades K-8 in a high-need area, where all schools serve a significant population of economically disadvantaged students but, as a district, outperform California state averages in core academic subjects.
Among the schools, Mildred B. Janson Elementary stands out as the top performer with the highest test scores in English, math, and science, and it has the district's best attendance record. Muscatel Middle also excels, maintaining strong academic results as the district's sole middle school, while Emma W. Shuey Elementary shows particular strength in mathematics. In contrast, Savannah Elementary has the district's highest chronic absenteeism rate and lowest math scores, and Encinita Elementary, despite having the most funding per student, has the lowest ranking and alarmingly low science proficiency.
The data reveals a strong link between attendance and achievement, with the schools having the best attendance also having the highest scores. While the district is strong overall, the wide variation between schools, especially in science performance and absenteeism, indicates that successful strategies from the top performers could be valuable for others. Parents should note that the district provides a generally solid educational foundation that beats state averages, but individual school experiences, particularly regarding student attendance and support in specific subjects like science, can differ significantly.
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