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#6765 of 9,539 schools in CA
Belmont Senior High
High School · Los Angeles Unified
1575 West 2nd St., Los Angeles, CA 90026
Enrollment
663
Student-Teacher
20.1:1
Score
5.3
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
663
Student-Teacher
20.1:1
Score
5.3
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#6,765 of 9,539
In Los Angeles
#464 of 563
public schools
In district
#671 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
School environment
7.4 / 10
Very Good
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About Belmont Senior High
Belmont Senior High is a public high school in Los Angeles, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Belmont Senior High serves approximately 663 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 20.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Belmont Senior High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #6,765 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Belmont Senior High show 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.3 · Average
- District avg 6.7
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Belmont Senior High runs 20.1:1 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.
47% of students at Belmont Senior 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
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Belmont Senior High — Students at Belmont Senior High score 22% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 23%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
91.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 30 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: 5.3/10.
How Belmont Senior High Compares
See how Belmont Senior 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
1575 West 2nd St., Los Angeles, CA 90026
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Belmont Senior High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Downtown Business High (rated 9.7/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Alliance Ted K. Tajima High (rated 8.2/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Edward R. Roybal Learning Center (rated 7.9/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Los Angeles, see our Los Angeles schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.6 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 Belmont Senior High
What grades does Belmont Senior High serve?
Belmont Senior High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Belmont Senior High?
Belmont Senior High has an enrollment of approximately 663 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Belmont Senior High?
The student-teacher ratio at Belmont Senior High is 20.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Belmont Senior High rank in CA?
Belmont Senior High ranks #6,765 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Belmont Senior High's MySchoolScout rating?
Belmont Senior High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 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 Belmont Senior High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Belmont Senior High has 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Belmont Senior High a charter school?
No, Belmont Senior High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Belmont Senior High a Title I school?
No, Belmont Senior High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Belmont Senior High?
91.7% of students at Belmont Senior 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 663
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 46.5%
- Phone
- (213) 241-4300
- 4-Year Graduation
- 64.0%
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #671 of 769
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