Summary:
The 90621 zip code area of California is home to 6 schools, including 4 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school. While the schools in this area face some challenges, one standout institution is Charles G. Emery Elementary, which ranks in the top 15% of California elementary schools and significantly outperforms district and state averages on standardized tests.
The data reveals significant disparities in academic performance and other key metrics between the schools in the 90621 zip code. Charles G. Emery Elementary stands out as a high-performing school, with 66.29% of students proficient or better in English Language Arts, compared to 41.39% for the Buena Park Elementary district and 47.04% for the state. In contrast, other schools in the area, such as James A. Whitaker Elementary and Carl E. Gilbert Elementary, struggle with low test scores and high rates of chronic absenteeism.
The data also suggests a relationship between socioeconomic status and academic performance, with the schools with the highest rates of free/reduced lunch recipients tending to have the lowest standardized test scores. Additionally, Gordon H. Beatty Middle School appears to outperform the elementary schools in the 90621 zip code, particularly in English Language Arts, indicating that the middle school may be providing more effective instruction or support for its students.
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