National ESEA Distinguished Schools Awardees 2021

California recognized qualifying federally funded schools for the outstanding academic achievements of their students in 2021.

In 2021, California selected one school each in Category 1 and Category 2:

• Category 1: Exceptional student performance and academic growth for two or more consecutive years.
• Category 2: Closing the achievement gap between student groups for two or more consecutive years.

Additional information can be found on the November 18, 2021, State Superintendent Thurmond Congratulates California Schools Recognized as National ESEA Distinguished Schools News Release #21-93.