The Promise of Catholic Schools for Educating the Future of Los Angeles

Authors

  • Edmundo F. Litton Loyola Marymount University, California
  • Shane P. Martin Loyola Marymount University, California
  • Ignacio Higareda Loyola Marymount University, California
  • Julie A. Mendoza Alliance for Regional Collaboration to Heighten Educational Success, California

Abstract

This study examined the impact of Catholic education on elementary and secondary students in Los Angeles. The study focused on the continuation and graduation rates of ethnic minority students who received special funding from the Catholic Education Foundation (CEF). Using qualitative and quantitative measures, the study revealed that students from ethnic minority and low-income communities enrolled in Catholic schools are graduating from secondary schools at a higher rate than their peers who are enrolled in public schools. Furthermore, survey data was collected from principals and parents of these students enrolled in Catholic schools. The study shows that a Catholic education has a major impact on the lives of these students, their parents, and their communities.

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Published

2010-03-01

How to Cite

Litton, E. F., Martin, S. P., Higareda, I., & Mendoza, J. A. (2010). The Promise of Catholic Schools for Educating the Future of Los Angeles. Catholic Education: A Journal of Inquiry and Practice, 13(3). Retrieved from https://ejournals.bc.edu/index.php/cej/article/view/1054

Issue

Vol. 13 No. 3 (2010)

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