Summary:
This analysis covers two public high schools in zip code 91702, serving grades 9-12 in Azusa, California, both operated by the Azusa Unified district.
Parents will find two distinct educational models. Azusa High is the larger, traditional comprehensive high school with higher academic proficiency rates across English, math, and science, though math scores are a notable area for improvement. In contrast, Sierra High is a much smaller alternative school with a significantly higher graduation rate and a very low student-to-teacher ratio, but its students demonstrate much lower proficiency on standardized tests. Both schools serve a student population where the vast majority are economically disadvantaged.
Key takeaways include a significant disparity in resources, with Sierra High receiving over $15,000 more per student than Azusa High, which may relate to its specialized, small-class setting. Both schools exceed the state average for chronic absenteeism, a serious concern that is particularly high at Sierra High. While Azusa High shows more stable performance, both schools, and the district overall, face challenges in elevating student achievement to state averages, highlighting the importance of understanding each school's specific mission and support systems when making a choice.
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