Summary:
This analysis examines four elementary schools serving grades K-6 in the 90713 zip code of Lakewood, CA, which operate across two districts: Bellflower Unified and Long Beach Unified.
Cleveland Elementary stands out as the top performer, ranking in the 91st percentile statewide with exceptional test scores in English and math, while MacArthur Elementary also shows strong, consistent results. The other two schools, Gompers and Esther Lindstrom Elementary, have more moderate rankings and proficiency rates. Notably, all three schools in the Long Beach Unified district outperform the single school from Bellflower Unified in both rankings and test scores.
Key findings include a notable gap in science performance, where only Cleveland Elementary exceeds state averages. All schools report chronic absenteeism rates higher than the state average, which is an area for attention. Interestingly, per-student spending does not directly correlate with performance, as the highest-spending school does not achieve the highest results. Parents should note that some schools show significant improvement in certain grades, indicating effective support for students as they progress.
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