One of the state’s highest awards in public education was bestowed on six Long Beach Unified middle and high schools in recognition of their academic achievement and commitment to closing performance gaps.
Millikan and McBride high schools were named California Distinguished Schools for the first time, joining previous winners California Academy of Mathematics and Science, Sato Academy of Mathematics and Science and Keller and Stanford middle schools.
Awarded schools demonstrated high academic performance for all students and academic progress for students who have been historically underserved, reflecting goals the LBUSD school board is working toward by June 2028. To qualify for the statewide distinction, schools must demonstrate high participation in standardized testing and low suspensions and chronic absenteeism.
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Millikan High School principal Stacie Alexander said it was “an exciting surprise” to see her school honored alongside 407 others across the state…