Summary:
This analysis examines four public high schools serving grades 9-12 in zip code 91745, part of Hacienda Heights, California, all within the Hacienda la Puente Unified district, which include two traditional comprehensive schools and two smaller alternative programs for at-risk students.
Among the traditional high schools, Glen A. Wilson High stands out as the top performer, ranking in the 89th percentile statewide with exceptionally strong test scores, a 95.5% graduation rate, and a very low dropout rate. Los Altos High is also a solid choice, showing recent improvement and a strong 94.9% graduation rate, though it has a significant gap where its English scores far outpace its math performance. Both schools serve student populations with high economic need but achieve graduation rates well above the state average.
The area also includes two specialized alternative schools: Valley Alternative High (Continuation) and Valley Community Day, which offer much smaller class sizes and intensive support for students facing significant challenges, reflected in much higher per-student spending. Their academic scores are not comparable to traditional schools as they serve different purposes, focusing on credit recovery and behavioral support for a high-needs population.
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