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Alain Leroy Locke College Preparatory Academy
High School · Alain Leroy Locke College Preparatory Academy District
1149 South Hill Street Ste. 600, Los Angeles, CA 90015
Enrollment
1,189
Student-Teacher
19.2:1
Score
5.8
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,189
Student-Teacher
19.2:1
Score
5.8
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#5,782 of 9,539
In Los Angeles
#411 of 563
public schools
Academic growth
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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About Alain Leroy Locke College Preparatory Academy
Alain Leroy Locke College Preparatory Academy is a public high school in Los Angeles, CA, part of Alain Leroy Locke College Preparatory Academy District. Alain Leroy Locke College Preparatory Academy serves approximately 1,189 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 19.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Alain Leroy Locke College Preparatory Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #5,782 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Alain Leroy Locke College Preparatory Academy show 5% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).
- This school 5.8 · Average
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Alain Leroy Locke College Preparatory Academy sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Alain Leroy Locke College Preparatory Academy is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
55% of students at Alain Leroy Locke College Preparatory Academy were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Alain Leroy Locke College Preparatory Academy — Students at Alain Leroy Locke College Preparatory Academy score 15% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 21%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
94.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 8 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.7/10.
How Alain Leroy Locke College Preparatory Academy Compares
See how Alain Leroy Locke College Preparatory Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1149 South Hill Street Ste. 600, Los Angeles, CA 90015
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Alain Leroy Locke College Preparatory Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Alliance Judy Ivie Burton Technology Academy High (rated 7.8/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is VERBUM DEI HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.4/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, University Pathways Medical Magnet Academy (rated 4.9/10, 0.2 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Los Angeles, see our Los Angeles schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.9 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90015 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$63,211
Median Home Value
$1,000,800
Median Rent
$2,385/mo
Population
25,257
College Educated
47.8%
Homeownership
12.3%
Avg Commute
30.3 min
Poverty Rate
28.1%
Median Age
32.6
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Alain Leroy Locke College Preparatory Academy
What grades does Alain Leroy Locke College Preparatory Academy serve?
Alain Leroy Locke College Preparatory Academy serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Alain Leroy Locke College Preparatory Academy?
Alain Leroy Locke College Preparatory Academy has an enrollment of approximately 1,189 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Alain Leroy Locke College Preparatory Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Alain Leroy Locke College Preparatory Academy is 19.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Alain Leroy Locke College Preparatory Academy rank in CA?
Alain Leroy Locke College Preparatory Academy ranks #5,782 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Alain Leroy Locke College Preparatory Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Alain Leroy Locke College Preparatory Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Alain Leroy Locke College Preparatory Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Alain Leroy Locke College Preparatory Academy has 5% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).
Is Alain Leroy Locke College Preparatory Academy a charter school?
Yes, Alain Leroy Locke College Preparatory Academy is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Alain Leroy Locke College Preparatory Academy a Title I school?
No, Alain Leroy Locke College Preparatory Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Alain Leroy Locke College Preparatory Academy?
94.6% of students at Alain Leroy Locke College Preparatory Academy qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 1,189
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 62
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 94.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 54.6%
- Phone
- (323) 420-2170
- 4-Year Graduation
- 54.0%
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District
Alain Leroy Locke College Preparatory Academy District- District Enrollment
- 1,189
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,738
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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