Summary:
The San Gabriel Unified district consists of eight public schools serving grades K-12, ranking in the top 30% of all California districts and generally outperforming state averages in test scores and attendance.
Among its schools, Wilson Elementary and Gabrielino High are standout performers, with Wilson achieving particularly high math proficiency and the district's best attendance, while Gabrielino High boasts a strong graduation rate and excellent test scores. Washington Elementary also performs well with the district's lowest per-student spending. In contrast, Roosevelt Elementary and the alternative Del Mar High face significant challenges, including lower test scores and much higher rates of chronic student absenteeism.
Key takeaways for parents include a strong link between regular attendance and academic success across all schools, and a noticeable dip in math scores between 4th and 5th grade at several elementary schools. The district's overall strength is balanced by significant performance gaps between its highest and lowest achieving schools, suggesting that while the area offers excellent options, individual school environments and results vary considerably.
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