One of the most effective programs has been the Secondary Action Team, said Assistant Superintendent of Educational Support Services Lila Bronson. The team consists of District stakeholders, including teachers, parents and administrators, who meet regularly to identify problems, evaluate programs and find ideas to improve student retention and graduation.

Students also have the option to graduate in the summer if they had not attained enough credits before the spring graduation ceremony. Nearly 100 students participate in the summer graduation each year adding to the success rate, Bronson said.

“The programs have been very meaningful in terms of making students successful,” Bronson said.

NLMUSD Board President Ed Hengler said the graduation rate is direct reflection on the hard work by everyone in the district, from students to administrators.

“Ninety-two percent is a very impressive number and I wouldn’t be surprised if we just keep raising it,” Hengler said. “I’m very proud of what we’ve done at Norwalk-La Mirada, and especially of our students.”