Summary:
Zip code 90620 contains one public middle school, Buena Park Middle, serving grades 6-8 in the Buena Park Elementary district, which serves a community with high economic need.
This school faces significant academic challenges, performing below both its district and the state of California in all core subjects, with mathematics proficiency being a particular area of concern. Despite receiving substantial funding of over $21,000 per student, the school's statewide ranking has declined over the past three years, and it struggles with a chronic absenteeism rate higher than average, which is closely tied to student outcomes.
For parents, the key takeaway is that while the school has considerable resources, translating those into academic success for its students remains an ongoing challenge. The data suggests families may want to inquire about the school's specific strategies for improving mathematics instruction, reducing student absences, and how it supports the large percentage of students from economically disadvantaged backgrounds.
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