Summary:
This analysis examines two middle schools in Los Angeles's 90047 zip code, both of which are charter schools serving grades 5-8 and 6-8, revealing significant academic and attendance challenges within a context of high economic need.
Both Animo Legacy Charter Middle and TEACH Academy of Technologies perform far below state averages in all subjects, particularly in mathematics, and rank in the bottom 10% of California schools. However, Animo Legacy consistently shows stronger outcomes, with higher test proficiency, a lower chronic absenteeism rate (29.1% compared to TEACH's 48.3%), and a more favorable student-teacher ratio. The schools are part of the Animo Legacy Charter Middle District and TEACH Academy of Technologies District, respectively.
Key takeaways for parents include the strong correlation between high chronic absenteeism and lower academic performance, as seen at TEACH Academy. Both schools serve student populations with very high rates of economic disadvantage, which coincides with the observed academic struggles. While Animo Legacy demonstrates that better attendance and more resources per student can correlate with improved outcomes, both institutions require intensive support, especially in mathematics instruction and strategies to ensure students are consistently present for learning.
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