LAUSD Reports Third Year of Academic Growth, Surpassing Pre-Pandemic Levels
Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD) announced a third consecutive year of academic growth on state standardized tests in reading, math, and science. The district's performance has surpassed pre-pandemic levels, though statewide comparisons are pending. Superintendent Andrés Chait acknowledged challenges…
Los Angeles, CA, July 21, 2026 —
Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD) has achieved a third consecutive year of academic improvement across reading, math, and science, according to state standardized test results. The district’s performance now exceeds levels recorded before the COVID-19 pandemic.
The announcement was made during the annual opening-of-schools address, held this year at Garfield High School. Superintendent Andrés Chait shared the positive academic news while also addressing several significant challenges facing the district.
Among the concerns highlighted by Superintendent Chait were declining student enrollment, ongoing community anxieties related to immigration enforcement, and the potential impact of proposed budget cuts. Despite these obstacles, Chait reiterated the district’s unwavering commitment to fostering student success.
While LAUSD’s internal academic growth is evident and has surpassed its own pre-pandemic benchmarks, official comparisons with statewide performance data are still pending.
The district’s sustained academic progress marks a significant development as it navigates a complex educational and socio-economic landscape. Further details on the specific metrics and breakdown of test results are expected as statewide comparisons become available.
Story summarized from the original created by Mariana Dale on laist.com, see more information here.
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