Below Average
#7967 of 9,539 schools in CA
Boyle Heights Continuation
High School · Los Angeles Unified
544 South Mathews St., Los Angeles, CA 90033
Enrollment
62
Student-Teacher
20.7:1
Score
4.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
62
Student-Teacher
20.7:1
Score
4.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#7,967 of 9,539
In Los Angeles
#519 of 563
public schools
In district
#743 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
Academic growth
9.1 / 10
Excellent
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About Boyle Heights Continuation
Boyle Heights Continuation is a public high school in Los Angeles, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Boyle Heights Continuation serves approximately 62 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 20.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Boyle Heights Continuation has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #7,967 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Boyle Heights Continuation show 15% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.5 · Below Average
- District avg 6.7
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 62 students, Boyle Heights Continuation is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Test scores at Boyle Heights Continuation 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.
Boyle Heights Continuation 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.
Score Breakdown
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Boyle Heights Continuation — Students at Boyle Heights Continuation score 10% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
93.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 24 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 9.1/10.
How Boyle Heights Continuation Compares
See how Boyle Heights Continuation 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
544 South Mathews St., Los Angeles, CA 90033
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Boyle Heights Continuation may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Boyle Heights Sci Tech Engr and Math Magnet (rated 9.0/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Math Science & Technology Magnet Academy at Roosevelt High (rated 8.8/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Theodore Roosevelt Senior High (rated 7.6/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Los Angeles, see our Los Angeles schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.8 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90033 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$56,001
Median Home Value
$669,500
Median Rent
$1,391/mo
Population
46,540
College Educated
14%
Homeownership
18.1%
Avg Commute
29.9 min
Poverty Rate
25.9%
Median Age
32.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Boyle Heights Continuation
What grades does Boyle Heights Continuation serve?
Boyle Heights Continuation serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Boyle Heights Continuation?
Boyle Heights Continuation has an enrollment of approximately 62 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Boyle Heights Continuation?
The student-teacher ratio at Boyle Heights Continuation 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 Boyle Heights Continuation rank in CA?
Boyle Heights Continuation ranks #7,967 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Boyle Heights Continuation's MySchoolScout rating?
Boyle Heights Continuation has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 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 Boyle Heights Continuation?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Boyle Heights Continuation has 15% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Boyle Heights Continuation a charter school?
No, Boyle Heights Continuation is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Boyle Heights Continuation a Title I school?
No, Boyle Heights Continuation is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Boyle Heights Continuation?
93.5% of students at Boyle Heights Continuation 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
- 62
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 3
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 93.5%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 83.9%
- Phone
- (323) 264-8070
- 4-Year Graduation
- 34.5%
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #743 of 769
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