Summary:
This analysis covers six elementary schools in the 90808 zip code of Long Beach, California, all part of the Long Beach Unified district, serving students from Kindergarten through 5th or 8th grade in a relatively high-performing area.
Among these schools, Newcomb Academy stands out as the top performer, consistently ranking in the state's 95th percentile with exceptional proficiency in English, math, and science. Other strong options include Carver Elementary and Cubberley K-8, which also score well above state and district averages. Henry and Burcham Elementary are solid mid-tier performers, while Twain Elementary faces significant challenges, showing the lowest academic scores and highest chronic absenteeism despite receiving the most funding per student.
Key takeaways reveal that higher funding does not automatically mean higher performance, as seen with Twain. Regular attendance appears crucial, with Henry achieving good results despite larger class sizes, thanks to its very low absenteeism. The data also shows a common trend where math scores tend to dip in higher grades. Overall, families in this area have access to several schools that outperform the district, with notable strengths in science at Carver and across-the-board excellence at Newcomb Academy.
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