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#5548 of 9,533 schools in CA
Ambassador-global Leadership
High School · Los Angeles Unified
701 South Catalina St., Los Angeles, CA 90005
Enrollment
500
Student-Teacher
17.9:1
Score
6.0
Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
500
Student-Teacher
17.9:1
Score
6.0
Grades
6th – 12th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Los Angeles
#445 of 563
public schools
California high schools
#1,189 of 1,892
In district
#656 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
School environment
9.4 / 10
Exceptional
About Ambassador-global Leadership
Ambassador-Global Leadership is a public high school located in the heart of Los Angeles, California. Spanning grades 6 through 12, the school serves 500 students with a student-teacher ratio of 17.9:1, ensuring that each student receives personalized attention from its team of 28 full-time teachers. The academic performance at Ambassador-Global Leadership currently shows room for improvement, with a MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and state rankings placing it in the 32nd percentile among California schools.
Test scores indicate that 26% of students are proficient or above in English Language Arts/Reading, while 16% reach proficiency or above in Math. Despite these challenges, Ambassador-Global Leadership remains a vibrant part of its urban community, offering students a range of educational opportunities within the dynamic city environment of Los Angeles.
Score Breakdown
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Ambassador-global Leadership — Students at Ambassador-global Leadership score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
95.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 14 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.8/10.
How Ambassador-global Leadership Compares
See how Ambassador-global Leadership performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has improved from 13% (2019) to 15.66% (2024). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 30% (2019) to 23.9% (2024).
Location
701 South Catalina St., Los Angeles, CA 90005
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ambassador-global Leadership may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Los Angeles High School of the Arts (rated 8.9/10), which scores notably higher. Another option is UNIVERSITY OF SILVANER (rated 7.6/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, School for the Visual Arts and Humanities (rated 7.3/10), which scores notably higher. 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 90005 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$52,755
Median Home Value
$1,084,400
Median Rent
$1,648/mo
Population
38,747
College Educated
38%
Homeownership
9%
Avg Commute
32 min
Poverty Rate
24.6%
Median Age
35.4
Community Profile
The community surrounding Ambassador-global Leadership has a median household income of $52,755. It is an area where 38% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $1,084,400, with a median rent of $1,648/month. The area has a poverty rate of 24.6%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 32 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ambassador-global Leadership
What grades does Ambassador-global Leadership serve?
Ambassador-global Leadership serves students in grades 6th through 12th.
How many students attend Ambassador-global Leadership?
Ambassador-global Leadership has an enrollment of approximately 500 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ambassador-global Leadership?
The student-teacher ratio at Ambassador-global Leadership is 17.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ambassador-global Leadership rank in CA?
Ambassador-global Leadership is ranked #5548 out of 9,533 schools in CA.
What is Ambassador-global Leadership's MySchoolScout rating?
Ambassador-global Leadership has a composite rating of 6.0 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Ambassador-global Leadership?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Ambassador-global Leadership has 15.5% math proficiency and 26.0% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Ambassador-global Leadership a charter school?
No, Ambassador-global Leadership is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Ambassador-global Leadership a Title I school?
No, Ambassador-global Leadership is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ambassador-global Leadership?
95.2% of students at Ambassador-global Leadership 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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Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- High (2,223/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Los Angeles). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 500
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 95.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Phone
- (213) 480-4540
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #656 of 769
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Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.
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