Summary:
This analysis covers seven elementary schools in zip code 91733, serving grades K-6 or K-8 in the El Monte and South El Monte area of California, all of which serve student populations with high economic need.
Among these schools, New Temple stands out as the highest performer, ranking in the 72nd percentile statewide with the strongest test scores in English and solid scores in math, while also having the lowest rate of students qualifying for free/reduced lunch. New Lexington Elementary has achieved remarkable success with attendance, boasting a chronic absenteeism rate of less than 1%, and shows strong improvement, particularly in mathematics. In contrast, Miramonte Elementary faces significant academic challenges, ranking in the lowest percentile with proficiency rates well below state averages.
Overall, the schools in the Valle Lindo Elementary district outperform those in the Mountain View Elementary and El Monte City districts. A common trend across most schools is a noticeable decline in math scores in the upper grades, while science proficiency is an area of concern for nearly every school. Interestingly, higher per-student spending does not always correlate with better academic outcomes, as the top-performing school spends the least per student.
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