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Augustus Hawkins High

High School · Los Angeles Unified

825 West 60th St., Los Angeles, CA 90044

Enrollment

1,108

Student-Teacher

17.9:1

Score

6.2

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

California schools

#5,102 of 9,539

In Los Angeles

#374 of 563

public schools

In district

#534 of 769

Los Angeles Unified

Academic growth

8.6 / 10

Excellent

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Augustus Hawkins High

6.2/10

High School in Los Angeles · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Augustus Hawkins High

Augustus Hawkins High is a public high school in Los Angeles, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Augustus Hawkins High serves approximately 1,108 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 17.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Augustus Hawkins High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #5,102 of 9,539 schools in CA.

Structured state assessment records for Augustus Hawkins High show 13% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2024) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2024).

How it compares0.5 pts below district
  • This school 6.2 · Average
  • District avg 6.7
  • CA avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Augustus Hawkins High 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.

57% of students at Augustus Hawkins High 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 Progress8.6Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data11
Annual Change-0.53 pts/yr
Data Period2012–2024
TrendStable
Academics4.0Below Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency6% (2024 CAASPP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency24.4% (2024 CAASPP)
Math vs. State Avg-22 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-31.5 pts
Overall Proficiency15% (2024 CAASPP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)19% (model expectation from 2024 CAASPP)
vs. Expected-4.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile21th
College Readiness5.2Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate82%
AP Participation18.6%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment7.7Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,687
Chronic Absenteeism56.9%

Augustus Hawkins High — Students at Augustus Hawkins High score 15% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 19%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

97.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 13.3% (multi-year average, 2012-2024)
School
State
31.8% (2024 CAASPP)
ELA Proficiency 25.7% (multi-year average, 2012-2024)
School
State
51.5% (2024 CAASPP)

Based on 24 test records from CA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2012
Math
32%
ELA
22%
2013
Math
37%
ELA
22%
2014
Math
2.5%
ELA
12%
2015
Math
2.5%
ELA
32%
2016
Math
12%
ELA
27%
2017
Math
12%
ELA
37%
2018
Math
7.5%
ELA
27%
2019
Math
7.5%
ELA
27%
2020*
Math
17%
ELA
27%
2021*
Math
17%
ELA
27%
2024
Math
6%
ELA
24.4%

* 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: 8.6/10.

How Augustus Hawkins High Compares

See how Augustus Hawkins High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.2/10
47th percentile in CA
Academic
4.0/10
Below Average
Growth
8.6/10
Excellent
Environment
7.7/10
Very Good
AP Courses
1
State avg: 2.6
Sports
1
0 boys' · 1 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
98%
Teaching Staff
18:1 student-teacher ratio
62 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
56.9%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs1 AP course offered
18.6% participation·State avg: 2.6 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics1sport offered
0 boys'·1 girls'·19 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

825 West 60th St., Los Angeles, CA 90044

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Augustus Hawkins High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Dr. James Edward Jones Primary Center (rated 8.1/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Gil Garcetti Learning Academy (rated 8.0/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ICEF Innovation Los Angeles Charter (rated 7.9/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Los Angeles, see our Los Angeles schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.1 mi
School Distance Rating
John Muir Middle Los Angeles 0.2 mi 5.5
Lively private school Los Angeles 0.3 mi
Sixty-First Street Elementary Los Angeles 0.4 mi 5.5
Budlong Avenue Elementary Los Angeles 0.4 mi 5.1
Gil Garcetti Learning Academy Los Angeles 0.6 mi 8.0
Gerald A. Lawson Acad of the Arts Math and Sci Los Angeles 0.6 mi 5.7
Fifty-Second Street Elementary Los Angeles 0.7 mi 6.2
St. Raphael Elementary Los Angeles 0.7 mi
ST RAPHAEL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Los Angeles 0.7 mi 4.3
ICEF Innovation Los Angeles Charter Los Angeles 0.8 mi 7.9
NORMANDIE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL OF LOS ANGELES Los Angeles 0.7 mi 4.8
Aspire Slauson Academy Charter Oakland 0.8 mi 2.4
Aspire Juanita Tate Academy Charter Oakland 0.8 mi 4.0
Aspire Inskeep Academy Charter Oakland 0.8 mi 5.9
ST COLUMBKILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Los Angeles 0.8 mi 4.8
St. Columbkille Elementary Los Angeles 0.8 mi
Dr. James Edward Jones Primary Center Los Angeles 1.0 mi 8.1
Mary McLeod Bethune Middle Los Angeles 0.9 mi 7.3
Estrella Elementary Los Angeles 0.9 mi 7.0
Marguerite Poindexter LaMotte Elementary Los Angeles 1.1 mi 7.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 90044 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$51,433

Median Home Value

$588,200

Median Rent

$1,427/mo

Population

95,859

College Educated

11.1%

Homeownership

31.3%

Avg Commute

34.4 min

Poverty Rate

26.6%

Median Age

32

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Augustus Hawkins High

What grades does Augustus Hawkins High serve?

Augustus Hawkins High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Augustus Hawkins High?

Augustus Hawkins High has an enrollment of approximately 1,108 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Augustus Hawkins High?

The student-teacher ratio at Augustus Hawkins High 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 Augustus Hawkins High rank in CA?

Augustus Hawkins High ranks #5,102 of 9,539 schools in CA.

What is Augustus Hawkins High's MySchoolScout rating?

Augustus Hawkins High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 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 Augustus Hawkins High?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Augustus Hawkins High has 13% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2024) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2024).

Is Augustus Hawkins High a charter school?

No, Augustus Hawkins High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Augustus Hawkins High a Title I school?

No, Augustus Hawkins High is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Augustus Hawkins High?

97.7% of students at Augustus Hawkins 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
84 Very Walkable
Transit Score
67 Good Transit
Bike Score
74 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,108
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
62
Free/Reduced Lunch
97.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Los Angeles County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
56.9%
4-Year Graduation
82.0%

District

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

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