Summary:
This analysis examines four high schools in zip code 93436, part of the Lompoc Unified district in Lompoc, California, which collectively serve approximately 2,819 students primarily in grades 9-12.
Among these schools, Cabrillo High stands out as the top performer, with the highest graduation rate (98.1%), strongest test scores, and a statewide ranking in the 63rd percentile. In contrast, Lompoc High shows more moderate results, while Maple High faces significant challenges, including very low test proficiency and the highest chronic absenteeism rate among the traditional high schools. The specialized Dr Bob Forinash Community Day serves a very small population with intensive resources but shows minimal academic proficiency.
A key finding is the wide variation in student outcomes within the same district. While Cabrillo High performs well above the state average for graduation, other schools struggle with academic proficiency and chronic absenteeism, which is exceptionally high at Maple and Community Day. The district's overall low ranking suggests that parents should look closely at individual school performance, as Cabrillo High demonstrates that a school can significantly outperform its district's average.
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