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Kelly Elementary School Named 2026 California School to Watch
School Recognized for Academic Excellence, Strong Student Supports, and Innovative Instructional Practices
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CUSD Expands Family Literacy Through Latino Family Literacy Project
Dickison, Foster, McKinley, McNair and Roosevelt Implementing Program
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Compton Early College, Compton, and Dominguez Named to 2025 AP Honor Roll
Compton Early College Earns Platinum, While Compton and Dominguez Score Silver Distinction
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Dominguez Scholars Shine at Rose Parade
4 3DE by Junior Achievement Students Ride on The UPS Store’s Float
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Compton High School Band Marches in Fiesta Bowl Parade
First time in school history band attends Phoenix event.
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CUSD Scholars Rock Bahati Foundation’s 8th Annual Bike Fest
More than 50 Scholars Learn Bike Skills and More
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Reindeer, Santa, Elves, and the Grinch Star in Amazing CUSD Holiday Concerts
Campuses Filled with Joyful Music and Inspiring Performances
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DBPAC Holiday Meeting Focuses on Tackling Chronic Absenteeism Together
90+ Families Enjoyed Showcase of Education and Community
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50 Emerson and Longfellow Scholars Gain Money Skills at JA Finance Park
Students Received an Immersive Financial Literacy Experience
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Dominguez Tops FIRST Tech Challenge Meet 2 Robotics
Compton Early College Takes 2nd, With Centennial Scoring 4th
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500 CUSD Scholars Enjoy Computer Science Expo
Carver, Jefferson, Kennedy, McKinley, and Rosecrans Students Enjoyed Various Activities
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CUSD Hosts 150 Educators for Computer Science Week Showcase
California Mathematics, Science, and Computer Science Partnership Toured Clinton, Compton High and Davis
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CUSD Wins Prestigious Golden Bell Award for Impactful 4th Grade Reading Program
District Recognized for 4th Grade Cozy Reading Club, Implemented Across 21 Elementary Schools
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400 CUSD Scholars Attend Sloane Stephens Foundation Tennis and Soccer Play Day
Bunche, Dickison, Emerson, Jefferson, Longfellow, McKinley, and Tibby Students Enjoy Sports Fun
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Davis Wins CUSD Middle School Esports Tournament
Bunche, Clinton, and Tibby Rounded Out Top Four
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Bunche Middle School Sweeps CUSD Basketball Championships
Bunche Faced Laurel Street in Boys Finals, Kelly and Kennedy Made Semis
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Compton Unified Achieves Historic Gains in State Test Scores
ELA results surged nearly 8 points, and Math rose more than 6 points in 2025, setting new district records for academic growth.
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Elevating Education & Opportunity
We want the entire community to know how well our students are doing in Compton and to share in our excitement about where we are going as a district. We are elevating in every way and our students are proof of that. We believe that every child can achieve greatness and success - right here in Compton!
ESPORTS
CUSD’s award-winning Esports program prepares students for 21st century jobs.
TECHNOLOGY
CUSD provides award-winning Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) programs at all school sites.
ARTS
Arts education is key to developing critical thinking, fostering creativity, and improving academic achievement.
COLLEGE AND CAREER
CUSD ensures students are prepared academically and financially for college and have completed the required A-G courses.
STEAMFEST
CUSD's annual STEAM festival where students from all schools present their STEAM projects, drawing 8,000+ community members.
ACADEMICS
Our district has undergone incredible academic transformation marked by a 90+ percent graduation rate.
Latest News & Events
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Compton Unified School District is proud to announce that Kelly Elementary School has been recognized as a 2026 California School to Watch by the California League of Middle Schools (CLMS). This prestigious designation honors middle-grade schools that demonstrate academic excellence, strong student supports, and innovative, responsive instructional practices.
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Compton Unified School District is proud to highlight the implementation of the Latino Family Literacy Project at McNair, Roosevelt, McKinley, Dickison, and Foster, an initiative designed to support Latino families and strengthen literacy development at home.
We Believe In Our Scholars
![Compton Success Profile: Tasia Coleman, Centennial High School]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1753308923/comptonk12caus/z2abmietbo7wwk7alotq/TasiaColeman1-5-1.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1753308923/comptonk12caus/z2abmietbo7wwk7alotq/TasiaColeman1-5-1.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1753308923/comptonk12caus/z2abmietbo7wwk7alotq/TasiaColeman1-5-1.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1753308923/comptonk12caus/z2abmietbo7wwk7alotq/TasiaColeman1-5-1.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1753308923/comptonk12caus/z2abmietbo7wwk7alotq/TasiaColeman1-5-1.jpg","width":1365}])
Tasia Coleman, a proud member of Compton High School’s Class of 2025, is preparing to take her next big step: attending Southern University A&M this fall, where she will major in Pre-Med. Her goal is to become a pediatric surgeon.
![Compton Success Profile: Kingston Smith, Dominguez High School]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1753728428/comptonk12caus/fuvjf5zsz5u3lhssvfqf/KingstonSmith1-5-1.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1753728428/comptonk12caus/fuvjf5zsz5u3lhssvfqf/KingstonSmith1-5-1.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1753728428/comptonk12caus/fuvjf5zsz5u3lhssvfqf/KingstonSmith1-5-1.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1753728428/comptonk12caus/fuvjf5zsz5u3lhssvfqf/KingstonSmith1-5-1.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1753728428/comptonk12caus/fuvjf5zsz5u3lhssvfqf/KingstonSmith1-5-1.jpg","width":1365}])
Kingston Smith, a proud graduate of the Dominguez High School Class of 2025, is preparing to take the next big step in his academic and professional journey. This fall, he will attend Cal State Long Beach, where he plans to major in Business Management.
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Meet Samaria Bailey, proud Centennial High School Class of 2025 graduate! This fall, Samaria is heading to Cal Poly Pomona to major in Animal Science/Pre-Veterinary with dreams of becoming a veterinarian.
![Compton Success Profiles: Lizet Salazar, Compton Early College HS]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1752086375/comptonk12caus/eges3dc90fxhsw3ix0kf/LizetSalazar1-5-1.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1752086375/comptonk12caus/eges3dc90fxhsw3ix0kf/LizetSalazar1-5-1.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1752086375/comptonk12caus/eges3dc90fxhsw3ix0kf/LizetSalazar1-5-1.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1752086375/comptonk12caus/eges3dc90fxhsw3ix0kf/LizetSalazar1-5-1.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1752086375/comptonk12caus/eges3dc90fxhsw3ix0kf/LizetSalazar1-5-1.jpg","width":1365}])
Meet Lizet Salazar, a proud member of the Compton Early College High School Class of 2025. In a moving and personal video, Lizet opens up about her inspiring journey through high school—a journey marked by resilience, growth, and self-discovery.
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Samantha Genovez, a proud graduate of the Dominguez High School Class of 2025, is on her way to Mt. Saint Mary’s College this fall, where she will major in Biology. Her goal is to become a cardiologist—an aspiration fueled by determination, resilience, and the strong foundation she built in CUSD.
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Meet Hailey Parra, Class of 2025 graduate from Compton Early College High School! Not only did she earn her high school diploma—she also graduated with two associate degrees. This fall, she’s headed to UC Riverside to major in Electrical Engineering.