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Ambassador-global Leadership

High School · Los Angeles Unified

701 South Catalina St., Los Angeles, CA 90005

Enrollment

500

Student-Teacher

17.9:1

Score

6.3

Grades

6th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

California schools

#4,904 of 9,539

In Los Angeles

#365 of 563

public schools

In district

#519 of 769

Los Angeles Unified

School environment

9.1 / 10

Excellent

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Ambassador-global Leadership

6.3/10

High School in Los Angeles · grades 6th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Ambassador-global Leadership

Ambassador-global Leadership is a public high school in Los Angeles, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Ambassador-global Leadership serves approximately 500 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 17.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Ambassador-global Leadership has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #4,904 of 9,539 schools in CA.

Structured state assessment records for Ambassador-global Leadership show 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2024) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2024).

How it compares0.4 pts below district
  • This school 6.3 · Average
  • District avg 6.7
  • CA avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

35% of students at Ambassador-global Leadership 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

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress6.8Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.22 pts/yr
Data Period2010–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics4.8Below Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency15.7% (2024 CAASPP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency23.9% (2024 CAASPP)
Math vs. State Avg-18.7 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-22 pts
Overall Proficiency20% (2024 CAASPP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)21% (model expectation from 2024 CAASPP)
vs. Expected-0.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile29th
College Readiness5.4Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate87%
AP Participation16%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment9.1Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,687
Chronic Absenteeism35%

Ambassador-global Leadership — Students at Ambassador-global Leadership score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 21%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

95.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 18.5% (multi-year average, 2010-2024)
School
State
32.7% (2024 CAASPP)
ELA Proficiency 27.8% (multi-year average, 2010-2024)
School
State
48.5% (2024 CAASPP)

Based on 36 test records from CA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2010
Math
22%
ELA
30%
2011
Math
35%
ELA
38%
2012
Math
33%
ELA
32%
2013
Math
52%
ELA
42%
2014
Math
9%
ELA
23%
2015
Math
10%
ELA
25%
2016
Math
10%
ELA
21%
2017
Math
13%
ELA
27%
2018
Math
13%
ELA
30%
2019
Math
13%
ELA
30%
2020*
Math
24.5%
ELA
34.5%
2021*
Math
24.5%
ELA
34.5%
2022
Math
3.3%
ELA
16.4%
2024
Math
14.2%
ELA
23.4%

* 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.

Overall Score
6.3/10
49th percentile in CA
Academic
4.8/10
Below Average
Growth
6.8/10
Average
Environment
9.1/10
Excellent
AP Courses
2
State avg: 2.6
Sports
5
3 boys' · 2 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
95%
Teaching Staff
18:1 student-teacher ratio
28 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
35.0%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs2 AP courses offered
16% participation·State avg: 2.6 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics5sports offered
3 boys'·2 girls'·17 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22
Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

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. UNIVERSITY OF SILVANER (rated 7.6/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Los Angeles High School of the Arts (rated 7.5/10), which scores notably higher. Additionally, School for the Visual Arts and Humanities (rated 7.5/10), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Los Angeles, see our Los Angeles schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 0.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Los Angeles High School of the Arts Los Angeles 0.0 mi 7.5
School for the Visual Arts and Humanities Los Angeles 0.0 mi 7.5
UCLA Community K-12 Los Angeles 0.1 mi 6.5
New Open World Academy K-12 Los Angeles 0.1 mi 6.4
Ambassador School-Global Education Los Angeles 0.1 mi 5.0
UNIVERSITY OF SILVANER Los Angeles 0.2 mi 7.6
OLIVE TREE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Los Angeles 0.2 mi
Olive Tree Christian Academy Los Angeles 0.2 mi
University of Silvaner Los Angeles 0.2 mi
IVY ROAD SCHOOL Los Angeles 0.4 mi 7.0
Mariposa-Nabi Primary Center Los Angeles 0.5 mi 7.1
Young Oak Kim Academy Los Angeles 0.4 mi 8.1
Everyday Ibaadah Academy Los Angeles 0.5 mi
BRAWERMAN ELEMENTARY EAST OF WILSHIRE BLVD TEMPLE Los Angeles 0.5 mi 6.3
Brawerman Elementary East Los Angeles 0.5 mi
NEW COVENANT ACADEMY Los Angeles 0.5 mi 6.2
Rise Kohyang Middle Los Angeles 0.5 mi 5.9
Maynard Academy Los Angeles 0.5 mi
Ivy Road School Los Angeles 0.6 mi
Monsenor Oscar Romero Charter Middle Los Angeles 0.7 mi 7.5

Neighborhood 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

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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 ranks #4,904 of 9,539 schools in CA.

What is Ambassador-global Leadership's MySchoolScout rating?

Ambassador-global Leadership has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 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 Ambassador-global Leadership?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Ambassador-global Leadership has 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2024) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2024).

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

Walk Score
95 Walker's Paradise
Transit Score
80 Excellent Transit
Bike Score
65 Bikeable

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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
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
35.0%
4-Year Graduation
87.0%

District

Los Angeles Unified
District Enrollment
419,929
Schools in District
785
Per-Pupil Spending
$22,687
District Rank
#519 of 769

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