Summary:
Zip code 93249 in Lost Hills, California, contains one public middle school, A. M. Thomas Middle, serving grades 6-8 within the Lost Hills Union Elementary district.
A. M. Thomas Middle serves a small community of 90 students and demonstrates a significant strength in student engagement, with a chronic absenteeism rate of only 6.5%, which is much lower than the state average. The school shows particular success in 7th grade English Language Arts, where student proficiency exceeds state averages. However, overall academic performance in math and science is below state levels, and the school has a very high student-teacher ratio of 29.5 to 1, which can present classroom challenges.
Despite a high level of per-student spending, the school's statewide ranking has declined over the past few years. Parents should note that the school performs near or above its district averages, indicating it is a relatively stronger performer within its local educational system. The school serves a community with high economic need, and its strong attendance record is a positive indicator of a supportive school environment, even as it works to improve academic outcomes in core subjects.
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