Overview

• State data show 48.8% of students met or exceeded standards in English language arts, 37.3% in math, and 32.7% in science, with ELA and math up 1.8 points and science up 2 points from last year.
• Los Angeles Unified and Compton reported standout growth that surpassed pre-pandemic performance, with LAUSD at 46.5% proficient in ELA and 36.8% in math and Compton at 51% in ELA and 41.1% in math.
• Black and Latino students posted larger-than-average gains across subjects and socioeconomically disadvantaged students improved modestly, yet achievement gaps persist and gaps by income widened according to one analysis.
• Governor Gavin Newsom signed AB 1454, requiring districts to use reading curricula aligned with the science of reading and expanding training for educators, with new state-backed professional development funding.
• State and district leaders credited investments such as community schools, transitional kindergarten, expanded learning, tutoring, mental-health supports, and universal meals, though much of the funding has been one-time and long-term sustainment remains a concern.