Summary:
Zip code 90292 in Marina Del Rey, California, contains a single public elementary school, Westside Global Awareness Magnet, a K-8 magnet school serving 241 students within the Los Angeles Unified district.
This school offers a unique global awareness curriculum and spends significantly more per student than average, but its academic performance is mixed and has recently declined in statewide rankings. While student proficiency in science is a relative strength, outperforming both the district and state, scores in English and math are below average. A major concern is the very high rate of chronic student absenteeism, which is nearly double the state average and presents a significant challenge to consistent learning.
Performance varies dramatically between different grade levels within the school, with some grades excelling while others struggle significantly. This suggests that educational experiences can differ considerably for students as they progress. For parents, this highlights the importance of looking at detailed grade-level performance data and understanding how the school's specialized magnet program and substantial resources are addressing core academic and attendance challenges.
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