The reported proficiency rate for Social studies is 27%.
Original Research by School Decision on Abraham Lincoln Alternative
Abraham Lincoln Alternative is a K-12 alternative school in Rosamond serving a small enrollment. The school sits within Southern Kern Unified School District, which recently gained voter approval for a substantial general obligation bond in November 2024 to address enrollment growth across the district, including construction of a new elementary school in Rosamond and new career and technical education facilities at the high school.
The school's enrollment is small, with higher concentration in the high school grades. The student body is predominantly Hispanic, with a substantial share of students from white and Black backgrounds. A strong majority of students qualify for free or reduced-price lunch, reflecting economic challenges in the community. Data on English learner status and special education enrollment were not available.
State assessment results for math, English language arts, and science from 2024-25 show proficiency rates well below state averages. In English language arts, proficiency stands modestly above zero. In mathematics, the proficiency rate is at zero. In science, proficiency is in single digits. The most recent complete comparable data from a prior assessment era, dating to 2012-13, showed social studies proficiency at a low rate as well. The school's overall proficiency index places it above the midpoint among Kern County districts in the neighbor comparison, though this reflects the absolute low baseline across many district schools in the county rather than strong performance in regional or state terms. A parent may want to look into further detail with the school about its academic supports, teaching approach, and how it works with students who have struggled in traditional settings, as alternative schools often serve populations with distinct learning needs or prior disengagement.
A graduation rate was not reported, likely because the school's small size or alternative status may not trigger reporting, or data may not yet be available for the most recent cohort.
Rosamond itself is a census-designated place in Kern County's Antelope Valley region with a modest population. The local economy centers on manufacturing, retail trade, and public administration, with aviation and defense playing a significant role due to proximity to Edwards Air Force Base and the Mojave aerospace corridor. Median household income in the area is modest, and the community has seen slow but steady population growth over recent decades.
Housing in the Rosamond area is relatively affordable compared to California state medians, though prices have remained relatively flat year-over-year. Monthly rent and mortgage costs are moderate. The affordability profile suggests this is a working-family community where homeownership and rental options remain accessible.
The district's recent bond investment signals growth and modernization, but families considering this alternative school should understand that it serves a specialized role within the district and that its academic performance data, though limited by school size, reflect a population and approach quite different from the district's traditional schools.
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