Average
#3734 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 39% in state
Dorothy V. Johnson Community Day
High School · Los Angeles Unified
10601 South Grandee Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90002
Enrollment
47
Student-Teacher
11.8:1
Score
6.9
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
47
Student-Teacher
11.8:1
Score
6.9
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#3,734 of 9,539
In Los Angeles
#294 of 563
public schools
In district
#407 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
School environment
10.0 / 10
Excellent
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About Dorothy V. Johnson Community Day
Dorothy V. Johnson Community Day is a public high school in Los Angeles, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Dorothy V.
Johnson Community Day serves approximately 47 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 11.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Dorothy V. Johnson Community Day has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #3,734 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Dorothy V. Johnson Community Day show 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019).
- This school 6.9 · Average
- District avg 6.7
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 47 students, Dorothy V. Johnson Community Day 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.
Score Breakdown
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Dorothy V. Johnson Community Day — Students at Dorothy V. Johnson Community Day score 25% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 24%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
89.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA EDFACTS (2018-19)
Based on 16 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.8/10.
How Dorothy V. Johnson Community Day Compares
See how Dorothy V. Johnson Community Day 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
10601 South Grandee Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90002
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Dorothy V. Johnson Community Day may also want to explore other high schools in the area. King/Drew Medical Magnet High (rated 8.7/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is VERBUM DEI HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.4/10, 0.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Jordan High (rated 6.4/10, 0.8 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Los Angeles, see our Los Angeles schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90002 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$56,158
Median Home Value
$502,600
Median Rent
$1,509/mo
Population
52,735
College Educated
8.1%
Homeownership
40.7%
Avg Commute
35 min
Poverty Rate
23.4%
Median Age
30.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Dorothy V. Johnson Community Day
What grades does Dorothy V. Johnson Community Day serve?
Dorothy V. Johnson Community Day serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Dorothy V. Johnson Community Day?
Dorothy V. Johnson Community Day has an enrollment of approximately 47 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Dorothy V. Johnson Community Day?
The student-teacher ratio at Dorothy V. Johnson Community Day is 11.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Dorothy V. Johnson Community Day rank in CA?
Dorothy V. Johnson Community Day ranks #3,734 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Dorothy V. Johnson Community Day's MySchoolScout rating?
Dorothy V. Johnson Community Day has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 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 Dorothy V. Johnson Community Day?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Dorothy V. Johnson Community Day has 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019).
Is Dorothy V. Johnson Community Day a charter school?
No, Dorothy V. Johnson Community Day is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Dorothy V. Johnson Community Day a Title I school?
No, Dorothy V. Johnson Community Day is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Dorothy V. Johnson Community Day?
89.4% of students at Dorothy V. Johnson Community Day 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
- 47
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 4
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 89.4%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Phone
- (323) 568-8400
- 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
- #407 of 769
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