Excellent
#1181 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 12% in state
Alliance Ted K. Tajima High
High School · Alliance Ted K. Tajima High District
1552 W. Rockwood St., Los Angeles, CA 90026
Enrollment
475
Student-Teacher
20.7:1
Score
8.2
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
475
Student-Teacher
20.7:1
Score
8.2
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#1,181 of 9,539
In Los Angeles
#109 of 563
public schools
Equity
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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About Alliance Ted K. Tajima High
Alliance Ted K. Tajima High is a public high school in Los Angeles, CA, part of Alliance Ted K. Tajima High District.
Alliance Ted K. Tajima High serves approximately 475 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 20.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Alliance Ted K.
Tajima High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,181 of 9,539 schools in CA. Structured state assessment records for Alliance Ted K. Tajima High show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 79% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).
- This school 8.2 · Excellent
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Alliance Ted K. Tajima High runs 20.7:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Alliance Ted K. Tajima High 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.
Score Breakdown
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Alliance Ted K. Tajima High — Students at Alliance Ted K. Tajima High score 57% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
97.3%
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
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.4/10.
How Alliance Ted K. Tajima High Compares
See how Alliance Ted K. Tajima High 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
1552 W. Rockwood St., Los Angeles, CA 90026
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Alliance Ted K. Tajima High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Downtown Business High (rated 9.7/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Edward R. Roybal Learning Center (rated 7.9/10, 0.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, School of Business and Tourism at Contreras Learning Complex (rated 7.6/10, 0.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Los Angeles, see our Los Angeles schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.7 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90026 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$85,835
Median Home Value
$1,143,400
Median Rent
$1,822/mo
Population
62,902
College Educated
47.4%
Homeownership
25.1%
Avg Commute
31.9 min
Poverty Rate
16.6%
Median Age
36.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Alliance Ted K. Tajima High
What grades does Alliance Ted K. Tajima High serve?
Alliance Ted K. Tajima High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Alliance Ted K. Tajima High?
Alliance Ted K. Tajima High has an enrollment of approximately 475 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Alliance Ted K. Tajima High?
The student-teacher ratio at Alliance Ted K. Tajima High is 20.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Alliance Ted K. Tajima High rank in CA?
Alliance Ted K. Tajima High ranks #1,181 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Alliance Ted K. Tajima High's MySchoolScout rating?
Alliance Ted K. Tajima High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 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 Alliance Ted K. Tajima High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Alliance Ted K. Tajima High has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 79% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).
Is Alliance Ted K. Tajima High a charter school?
Yes, Alliance Ted K. Tajima High is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Alliance Ted K. Tajima High a Title I school?
No, Alliance Ted K. Tajima High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Alliance Ted K. Tajima High?
97.3% of students at Alliance Ted K. Tajima High qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 475
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 97.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 17.1%
- Phone
- (213) 241-8533
- 4-Year Graduation
- 95%+
Resources & Links
District
Alliance Ted K. Tajima High District- District Enrollment
- 475
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,600
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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