Summary:
The 90717 zip code area is home to 3 public schools - 2 elementary schools and 1 middle school. Among these, Lomita Math/Science/Technology Magnet stands out as the highest-performing school, consistently ranking in the top 20% of California elementary schools. In contrast, the other two schools, Alexander Fleming Middle and Eshelman Avenue Elementary, have more average performance, with test scores below the state averages in many areas.
Lomita Math/Science/Technology Magnet boasts significantly higher test scores than the Los Angeles Unified district and state averages across English Language Arts, Math, and Science. It also has a lower chronic absenteeism rate and serves a predominantly low-income student population, with 68.74% of students qualifying for free/reduced lunch. In contrast, the other two schools have very high percentages of free/reduced lunch recipients, at 87.42% for Eshelman Avenue Elementary and 87.19% for Alexander Fleming Middle.
Overall, the analysis suggests that Lomita Math/Science/Technology Magnet is an attractive option for families in the 90717 area seeking a high-quality public elementary education. The other two schools, while serving predominantly low-income communities, have more room for improvement in terms of student performance and outcomes. Further investigation into the factors contributing to the performance differences could help identify strategies to support student success across all schools in the community.
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