{"id":20387,"date":"2026-10-21T14:32:07","date_gmt":"2026-10-21T21:32:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/web.dusd.net\/warren\/?p=20387"},"modified":"2026-10-21T14:32:12","modified_gmt":"2026-10-21T21:32:12","slug":"warren-high-school-surpasses-state-benchmarks-as-college-and-career-readiness-climbs-to-new-heights","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/web.dusd.net\/warren\/2026\/10\/21\/warren-high-school-surpasses-state-benchmarks-as-college-and-career-readiness-climbs-to-new-heights\/","title":{"rendered":"Warren High School Surpasses State Benchmarks as College and Career Readiness Climbs to New Heights"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

2026 results show substantial growth across student groups and readiness rates above nearby district averages.<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Warren High School students are reaching new levels of preparation for life after graduation. In 2026, Warren\u2019s college and career readiness rate climbed to 74%, up from 64.8% the previous year, earning Blue, the highest performance level on the California School Dashboard. These results were recently applauded by California Governor Gavin Newsom as he visited Downey Unified as a statewide leader of student achievement and equity. Newsom announced statewide results and celebrated Downey Unified\u2019s success the day the dashboard results were released.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

That 9 percentage-point gain places Warren 18 percentage points above the statewide rate of 55% and ahead of the districtwide averages in several surrounding communities. Alongside a 98% four-year graduation rate, these results give Warren families much to celebrate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For students and families, this milestone means preparation that can translate into choices after graduation. The state\u2019s readiness measure recognizes accomplishments through academic and career pathways, including advanced coursework, college credit, and career preparation. This achievement reflects the value of the school\u2019s diverse educational pathways, including Career Technical Education (CTE), Advanced Placement (AP), and Dual Enrollment (DE) in partnership with Cerritos College.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Through our 18 CTE programs, students gain practical skills and explore career fields. Our 27 AP courses challenge students with college-level academic work, while over 45 dual enrollment sections give students opportunities to earn college credit while still<\/em> in high school. Together, these programs help students build confidence and develop valuable skills for future careers. We are preparing students for their tomorrow, today. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Meaningful Growth Across Student Groups<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

A central focus of Warren\u2019s work is ensuring that student background does not determine student outcomes. The school\u2019s continued emphasis on improving outcomes for Black, Latino, and socioeconomically disadvantaged students reflects a commitment to educational equity and the belief that every student deserves access to high-quality instruction, academic support, and opportunities to excel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Closing achievement gaps requires intentional collaboration among teachers, support staff, administrators, students, and families. Through this shared commitment, we continue working to strengthen academic achievement and create pathways for all students to reach their full potential.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Some of Warren\u2019s most significant gains show how widely this progress is reaching. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

College and Career Readiness is at an all-time high for Warren at 74%; while the California state average is 55%<\/p>\n\n\n\n